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  • Summary

    1 out of 5 1.0

    What does this car say about you?

    You made a mistake.

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

    You made a mistake.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Not even if it were free.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Nissan Juke.

  • Buying experience

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Didn't buy from a dealer

    Did you buy this car new?

    Yes

    What price did you pay?

    £0

    When did you buy the car?

    January 2011

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Appeared to be a cheap second car option.

    What was the dealer like?

  • Driving it

    1 out of 5 1.0

    What's it like to drive?

    It's uncomfortable, very bumpy, has heavy steering, the gearbox is jerky, and the car is upset by the slightest breeze. Around town on the most smoothest of roads it's OK, but don't forget UK roads are full of pot holes.

    What's it like to park?

    It's small, but the steering is very heavy. It's wider at the back than the front which can mean parking straight when reversing is a problem, but it's so small if you are not square in a space nobody will care.

  • Living with it

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    The Poly -V - Belt (alternator/starter-motor/water-pump) belt snapped at 15,500 miles at 2 years six months old. When it snapped, it caused considerable secondary damage including wiring and the oil sensor.

    What's most practical about your car?

    It's small and can be parked in a small space, if you work out your arms and upper body at the gym.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    None, I can't think of anything.