Citroën C1 (2005 - 2014) 1.0i Rhythm 5d (2007/57) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Nothing
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Family seem to like it. friends take the mickey. Wife dislikes it like I do.
Would you buy this car again and why?
No. Read the reviews. Believed them. Kicked myself.
What are you likely to buy next?
Smart Car. The car I had before the C1.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchise
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£6,500
When did you buy the car?
December 2009
Did you get a good deal and why?
Not really. Evans Halshaw Leicester.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Environmentally friendly. Good MPG. Small. Toyota engine and gearbox
What was the dealer like?
indifferent
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Feels heavy and clunky. Not very fast. Visibility in the rear is poor.
What's it like to park?
Average
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Brakes sometimes fail... judder etc. Very scary. Squeaky seats irritating. Gearbox is hit and miss...like a spoon in porridge. paint chips easily. Try not to hit any large insects at speed.
What's most practical about your car?
MPG I'm hoping. Only had it a week
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
None. It's basic
