• Summary

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What does this car say about you?

    You have money to have what is seen as an inpractical car. It's distinctive, people often ask what it is.

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

    Er, with my very loud exhaust probably hate, but I know they secretly admire it because it is a very good looking car.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    In future, i'm sure I will but I will want to buy a better example than the one I had. One that doesn't leak and any other problems I had with my one.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Just bought a 2008 Honda Civic Type R.

  • Buying experience

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Independent

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £1,500

    When did you buy the car?

    March 2010

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    I was fooled by the illusion of it being a good car by having no rust and good paintwork where as all the problems were electrical and mechanical, buyer beware. I wished I'd spent another thousend and got a better example.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    It was one of the cars I remember seeing when I was a small boy and really loving the shape and having the desire to own some day.

    What was the dealer like?

    A shady character. I don't really know why I bought from him, he was selling out of a house.

  • Driving it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Apsolutely brilliant, It's like a cockpit inside everything is within easy reach. The two litre twin cam engine in that small a car make it like a rocket. The rear wheel drive handles well. It is confortable on long journeys.

    What's it like to park?

    Just use your mirrors, it's easy to place because it's a small car.

  • Living with it

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Lots, but I have enjoyed bringing it up from being a poor car to a damm good car. It has cost me a lot though.

    What's most practical about your car?

    The boot is so much bigger than everyone expects, I managed to go to a festival and got tents, sleeping bags and everything else that goes to a music festival.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    The rev counter being the centre of your attention. Central locking and electric windows. The T bar roof.