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  • Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Who knows.

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

    Like the looks many saying more style than the golf.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Possibly

    What are you likely to buy next?

    BMW 1 Series.

  • Buying experience

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchised

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £13,000

    When did you buy the car?

    July 2011

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Not particularly.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Was looking for a golf but preferred the looks of this polo.

    What was the dealer like?

    OK

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Nice gear change, comfortable, ergonomic, steering too light especially at speed. Fuel economy about 10 mpg down on official figures. 17" wheels could account for some of this.

    What's it like to park?

    Easy.

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    No

    What's most practical about your car?

    Easy to drive.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    DAB Radio.