• Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    It says get out of the way Im coming through.

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

    I am 27 and they think I should have a pipe and slippers to match, but I do not care.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes I would. It looked like a gran pappy car but in all honesty it could blow some modern cars of today in to next week....lol

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Depends on the budget.

  • Buying experience

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Didn't buy from a dealer

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £400

    When did you buy the car?

    April 2005

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    It came within my budget at the time and I particularly like its chunky wheels and shape.

    What was the dealer like?

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    0-60/100km-7 secs top end -150 with ease.211bhp Mine had done 170,000mls and sat in a barn for years but still drove like it was made yesterday. I had a rare manual version and it felt so quick in mid range power. Steering was fine and very smooth. Handling could be a bit temperamental in the wet but isnt that the case with any rear wheel drive? If you ever fancy one forget an auto source a manual then drop a 5 series kit on it with chrome rims and it will look the dogs wotsits.

    What's it like to park?

    Its huge so parking is a nightmare. Have to be careful because from a drivers point of view it doesnt seem very big looking forwards but it is.

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Leaky rocker gasket costing £12 to fix A very bad petrol leak

    What's most practical about your car?

    I would not say its practical. It is one monster of a car.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Cubby holes in the door