• Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    ?

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

    Wife doesn't like it, others think that it's Volkswagen design, meaning good quality

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Maybe not, lacks of rear leg space when driver seat complete back

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Quite fancy latest BMW Diesel models, maybe when I'm rich

  • Buying experience

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Independent

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £0

    When did you buy the car?

    June 2008

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Paid a bit more than recommended price on Parkers, but car has been in immaculate condition, which is very rare

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Needed a cheap, reliable car to get to work

    What was the dealer like?

    Very nice, understands that good reputation is important on a very competitive market

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Very smooth, quiet engine

    What's it like to park?

    Easy peasy, had a Ford Mondeo 02 reg before which I bumped quite frequently against fences and posts, even after 2 years

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Water leaking into passenger site, quickly found advice on Internet about common SEAT faults, could fix it myself, although I am not a mechanic

    What's most practical about your car?

    Cruise control, big boot

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Cruise control