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  • Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    it has 18" m sport alloy wheels so people probably think "cock"

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

    everyone loves it

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    yeh, slightly newer one though obviously, and bigger engine

    What are you likely to buy next?

    i'll be keeping this for at least 2 years

  • Buying experience

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Independent

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £7,000

    When did you buy the car?

    October 2008

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    dealer wouldnt budge on the price as he had only had the car in a few hours when i enquired about it, got a good deal for trade in

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    well specced, good mileage, good price, quality car!

    What was the dealer like?

    typical dealer! talks the talk

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    does exactly what you want it do, corners well, good power if needed

    What's it like to park?

    previous car was an automatic focus which was a doddle, still getting used to a longer car and manual gearbox again!

  • 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?

    boot i suppose? the doors are a bit undignified getting in and out of

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    cruise control makes journeys more relaxing, leather seats are much comfy and don't give me back ache like my focus did