Renault Megane Hatchback (1996 - 2002) 1.6e RXE 5d (1996/N) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Surprised at how cheap its been
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes, its a nice motor for it's age and class.
What are you likely to buy next?
Not sure yet
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Didn't buy from a dealer
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£250
When did you buy the car?
January 2007
Did you get a good deal and why?
Yes, I brought this car with full knowledge that it had a serious engine problem, but with a replacement engine only costing £200 and taking me 10 hours to fit it, its a sweet little runner now.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
It was cheap, taxed, MOT'd.
What was the dealer like?
Private sale!
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
It's not the quickest car on the road, but around town and on motorways (as long as your not trying to set a land speed record) it's not bad. Engine surprisingly for a small petrol has quite a bit of low range torque, and is pretty good on fuel too.
What's it like to park?
It's got good visability all round.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Engine.
What's most practical about your car?
It's reasonably roomy, and good headroom, wind noise is minimal and its comfortable
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
There is lots of toys, its a well equipped car, A/C and a full electric sunroof is a bonus.
