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  • Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Head over heart and reliability - middle class dare I say?

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

    Family and friends love it. It is bigger than it looks. The sports trim makes it stand out from the other Polos.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes I would I would opt for for the 130 version for a bit more punch.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Audi tt (tdi version)

  • Buying experience

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchise

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £7,000

    When did you buy the car?

    February 2009

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    There was not alot of flexibility in the price however at the time it had only covered 9,000 miles.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    My old car was in pieces was keen on another Vauxhall

    What was the dealer like?

    Couldnt do enough very polite and well manored.

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Very easy to drive the steering is very light and could use alittle more car par. Very good on motoways overtaking is a breeze. I was concerned about about it being 5 speed but the engine turns over at 2000rpm on the motorway which is good. In gear 1st is a little dead but abouve 2000rpm in 2 - 5th has alot of punch. Currently averaging 50mpg (490mile per tank)that is with a very light right foot though!

    What's it like to park?

    It is easy to park the c pillar might be thick for rear parking but you soon become used to it.

  • Living with it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Not yet

    What's most practical about your car?

    A decent sized boot and sufficient space in the back of the car.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Trip computer- I am mpg obsessed with it! Compared to my previous car it also offers alot of information at your finger tips. The stereo, whilst being standard is very good.