• Summary

    3 out of 5 3.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Probably going through a mid life crisis? Wanted to go a bit up market, high spec and have something pretty rare.

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

    Very stylish and sporty however not as practical as a hatchback.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Probably not - it is not the most practical car with a very small boot.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    A diesel - VW Golf GTi, Vauxhall Astra Sport, Skoda Octavia Vrs, Seat Ibiza Fri, Audi A1, Kia Ceed.

  • Buying experience

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchised

    Did you buy this car new?

    Yes

    What price did you pay?

    £25,000

    When did you buy the car?

    September 2011

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Overall package was reasonable. Part exchange given was excellent.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    What was the dealer like?

    Recieved three different contracts from three different sales persons as people left dealer. Roof failed to close when picked vehicle up and resolved immediately by dealer.

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    For a 1.4 litre engine fitted with a turbo and supercharger it performs well however with it being so heavy the fuel consumption is attrocious particularly around town.

    What's it like to park?

    Easiest car I have had to park due to front/rear sensors and park assist technology.

  • Living with it

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Nothing since the roof failed to close when I picked it up from the dealer.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Its two cars in one - a convertable when its sunny and a coupe when it isnt.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Roof, keyless entry, parking assist, cruise control, upgraded alloys.