Renault Grand Espace (2003 - 2012) 3.5 V6 Initiale 5d Auto (2003/53) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Man with a big family - but still likes some driving pleasure.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Versatile load lugger.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes, but would prefer one with lpg conversion due to fuel costs.
What are you likely to buy next?
Another people carrier (4 kids) Zafira GSI perhaps.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Independent
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£2,200
When did you buy the car?
August 2012
Did you get a good deal and why?
Yes, cheaper than comparable diesel or smaller engined petrol models due to worse fuel economy, however it has no cambelt or turbo to go wrong and a super reliable Japanese engine.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
7 seats, powerful engine.
What was the dealer like?
Fine - small independent specialising in people carriers.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Fantastic. 235bhp from the Nissan 350z engine combined with smooth auto box makes driving a realpleasure.
What's it like to park?
No parking sensors and its a big car , but rear is flat so not too bad.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Broken front suspension spring - expensive fix as it took out wheel,tyre and anti roll bar! Apart from that, nothing.
What's most practical about your car?
Carries 7 people PLUS luggage - not either/or,.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Super smooth tiptronic auto gearbox.
