Suzuki Swift (1992 - 2003) 1.0 GLS 3d (1999/V) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
It says that i got a car on a budget, but i shopped around, i didnt just get any.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
They all think it is fine for what i use it for.
Would you buy this car again and why?
no because it is just too noisy at speed and the stereo is just too rubbish.
What are you likely to buy next?
i am likely to upgrade to a vauxhall astra next.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Independent
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£1,600
When did you buy the car?
February 2006
Did you get a good deal and why?
I didnt get a good deal for 2 reasons. 1 is that it needs a new exhaust and new brakes, 2 because i have seen newer ones for cheaper.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
It has quite a good spec level and age for the money.
What was the dealer like?
The dealer was very friendly and honest, i have bought another car from him before,
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
It is slightly sluggish but has no trouble keeping up with traffic or sitting in the outside lane of the motorway, though it is very noisy and the stereo is rubbish. it is surpisingly level around corners.
What's it like to park?
It is easy to park, small with good visibility.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
It has developed a hole in the exhaust, a heat deflector fell off the exhaust aswell, also it needs new brake pads.
What's most practical about your car?
It is extremely reliable.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
the electric mirrors, they are unusual on a car of this class and are very handy.
