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  • Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    I like a bit of quality,and reliability.

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

    They say its got some go.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    No,i dont like the newer ones,.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Bmw 320d.

  • Buying experience

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Didn't buy from a dealer

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £4,500

    When did you buy the car?

    January 2006

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Yes,because its green metallic,was due for timing belt to be changed,and needed a radiator,so good bargaining points,got £1,800 off book value.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Transporting kids and belongings to uni,and towing a caravan,pd sport engines bullet proof reputation.

    What was the dealer like?

  • Driving it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Best car ive had for,power ,and handling,forget ive got the caravan on the back sometimes still pulls away in 6th gear when towing.

    What's it like to park?

    Better now ive put parking assist sensors on it.

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Had alternator 2 years ago,and have put 2 n75 wastegate valves,kept going into limp mode.

    What's most practical about your car?

    The is boot enormous,.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    6 cd player,radio is rubbish though,.6 gears,and the power.