SEAT Leon Hatchback (2005 - 2012) 2.0 16V TDI Stylance 5d (2007/07) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
I dread to think!
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
My partner warned me off it and has been doing the "told you so dance" at every opportunity!
Would you buy this car again and why?
Never ever absolutely not would not even contemplate it even if it was for free.
What are you likely to buy next?
Now that would be telling!
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchise
Did you buy this car new?
Yes
What price did you pay?
£16,050
When did you buy the car?
March 2007
Did you get a good deal and why?
Yes on the whole, I went originally to look at a used model that was up for just over 15k, the dealer said they could do me a new one for just over 16k, and as I'm a sucker for knew cars I was reeled in......
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
What was the dealer like?
Barlows of Wolverhampton- no comment
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
very nippy, good grunt from the diesel engine when you need it, but my god does it rattle! every bit of trim rattles or vibrates every time you accelerate!
What's it like to park?
ok the straightish rear end is ok to judge but you can't see the end of the bonnet due to its sleek front nose.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
yes too many faults to mention mainly linked to the appalling build quality.
What's most practical about your car?
It's a good size, split fold rear seats, excellent economy generally good visability.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
dual zone climate control.
