Toyota Avensis Hatchback (1997 - 2003) 1.8 VVTi GS 5d (2002/02) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

All the refinements but a little reserved on it's looks!

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

Blends in well to the crowd but we added a private plate to make it a bit more of a statement

Would you buy this car again and why?

Yes for the drive but it looks a little dull from the front end.

What are you likely to buy next?

Mitsubishi Galant ideally, or carisma, saab or an accord! prefer the galant but hard to find!

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchise

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£0

When did you buy the car?

January 2006

Did you get a good deal and why?

Yes, bought for cost as he was close with sales manger

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

What was the dealer like?

really good, hubby knows car inside out

What's it like to drive?

really smooth, some arent as so smooth but mines great for that.

What's it like to park?

can be a little naughty if you are shorter, the back screen is quite high, but parking sensors make it a doddle

Have you had any problems with the car?

yes, the discs corrode and need skimming or replacing, warranty only covers 1x skim and 1x replacement. And also the belt tensioner develops a squeak!! bit annoying but still a very good car

What's most practical about your car?

Size of boot, nippy (apart from when air con on - seems to slow off spot a little), ISOFIX, full size spare

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

sat nav as std, we also added a tow bar and rav 4 parking sensors - that way it allowed for the tow bar too! and the cdx alloys - like them lots. Only ever add toyota accessories! they always work best