Rover 25 (1999 - 2005) 2.0D iS 3d (2001/Y) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

I'm skint and have kids that would trash a better car.

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

Don't care!

Would you buy this car again and why?

If I needed a very cheap car, I would.

What are you likely to buy next?

I have bought a new car, a Mercedes sports coupe.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Didn't buy from a dealer

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£499

When did you buy the car?

March 2012

Did you get a good deal and why?

Bought it from eBay and it was a cracking deal.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Cheap run around.

What was the dealer like?

What's it like to drive?

Surprisingly nippy for an old diesel car, but it is a bit noisy on the motorway, especially without the parcel shelf in.

What's it like to park?

Pretty easy.

Have you had any problems with the car?

I've had it three years and it's been pretty much trouble free. The oil pipes and power steering pipes need replacing. The cam belt broke last week and the scrap man is coming to pick it up today.

What's most practical about your car?

Small, nippy, hatchback.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?