Suzuki Vitara (1988 - 2000) JLX 3d (1995/N) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

I don't really care. It's just such a cool car that it speaks far more about itself than for me as an owner/driver.

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

When my daughter drives it people say it's the coolest car they've seen in ages. It's a car without status and it just speaks volumes for those who appreciate what it is. My sons still refer to it as the 'Barbie Car' but I don't care!

Would you buy this car again and why?

Absolutely. In fact, a couple of months after buying it I had an offer from a friend to buy it from me. When it came to the handover I just couldn't bring myself to sell it and apologised that I'd wasted his time.

What are you likely to buy next?

The Zook will go until she dies. My next car will be a VW Up! GT early next year.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Didn't buy from a dealer

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£500

When did you buy the car?

September 2011

Did you get a good deal and why?

Bought car privately.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

I bought the car as a second/third vehicle to keep miles off my main cars.

What was the dealer like?

Bought car privately.

What's it like to drive?

It's handling is not good but the feel-good factor when driving it allows you to forget the sloppiness. It's not fast and it's not exactly quiet but you can't deny the fun!

What's it like to park?

Not easy but with its 4x4 capability you can pretty much park it anywhere!

Have you had any problems with the car?

Replaced radiator which was leaking slightly - cost £56 and took me an hour to replace.

What's most practical about your car?

Everything! It's a 4x4, it has 4 seats, it's a convertible, it's cheap to run and I only need to clean it once a year!

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

The soft top roof! It's about as far away from a sports car as you can get but with no roof the smile is seriously wide!