• Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Luxury family man.

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

    Usually express how good it looks inside and ouside as well as the ability to carry 5 adults in comfort.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes I would based on looks, practicality and space for all the kids. The only reason I won't is some of the 4 children have grown up and I now need 4x4 for towing boat and caravan.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Range Rover.

  • Buying experience

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchised

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £20,000

    When did you buy the car?

    January 2006

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    I bought Christmas and New Year as it is quiet and negotiated I believe a good deal. Car was about 50% of the new price after less than 3 years and 40k miles.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Space and luxury.

    What was the dealer like?

    OK. Nothing special but had the car in the trim level I was looking for.

  • Driving it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Very easy to drive, particularly good on motorways. It is very comfortable, the height makes it very good too.

    What's it like to park?

    Quite good given the size - large parking spaces are needed and some multi-storey car parks can be a challenge.

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Yes air conditioning unit, steering lock, isolator switch on clutch and thermostat.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Space with luxury - probably the best luxury people carrier on the market at the time. Still looks good 10 years after it was built.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Comfortable seats, dvd player.