SEAT Arosa (1997 - 2004) 1.7 SDi 3d (2000/X) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

thrifty

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

had no opinion

Would you buy this car again and why?

no. disliked that it was in £180 tax bracket!! i enjoy driving, but thought i could brush that aside for economy. i was wrong and sold it after 4 months

What are you likely to buy next?

anything petrol

Type of dealer you bought from?

Didn't buy from a dealer

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£1,800

When did you buy the car?

September 2006

Did you get a good deal and why?

yes got it off ebay and it had minor bumper damage

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

economy as i just started new job. had previously owned a 1.0 petrol (newer shape) and was very pleased with it

What was the dealer like?

wouldn't use the after first experience

What's it like to drive?

hated it. was very disappointed as i thought fuel economy would be near what the book listed. i pootled round like a snail and never got above 48 mpg on extra-urban, let alone combined. averaged aroung 45 mpg

What's it like to park?

easy

Have you had any problems with the car?

catalytic converter. bought a new one myself for £120 and replaced easily. doors are heavy and begin to knock as pins wear out

What's most practical about your car?

tiny - good town car

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

red dash lights. sound system better than expected