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  • Summary

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What does this car say about you?

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

    Universal approval

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Absolutely

    What are you likely to buy next?

  • 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?

    £7,250

    When did you buy the car?

    March 2008

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Found one with lots of extras, the standard trim level is a bit plain

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Its a handsome beast

    What was the dealer like?

  • Driving it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Lots of torque in all gears from low down, wonderful six cylinder sound when you give it some stick. Steering is weighted perfectly, those used to wussier cars may find it a bit heavy. Can tease around 35mpg from it on the motorway, low 20's around town.

    What's it like to park?

    Easy enough

  • Living with it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    No trouble

    What's most practical about your car?

    Folding rear seats are useful, but it ain't no MPV

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Xenon lights give it an upmarket look