Citroën C1 (2005 - 2014) 1.0i Vibe 3d (2007/07) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Nothing

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

Good for what it is

Would you buy this car again and why?

No, poor mechanical reliability

What are you likely to buy next?

Vauxhall

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchise

Did you buy this car new?

Yes

What price did you pay?

£6,500

When did you buy the car?

April 2007

Did you get a good deal and why?

Yes, cheap and fun car

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Affordability

What was the dealer like?

Good at first, but accept no responsibility for the product they sell apart from warranty obligations, the stress and inconvienience caused is not their fault.

What's it like to drive?

Good when it works

What's it like to park?

Excellent

Have you had any problems with the car?

I purchased the C1 Vibe April 2007, within 15 months the following problems occurred; clutch was slipping, the dealership adjusted the clutch cable. Inside 2 days the clutch was slipping again. After dealership investigation the clutch was replaced due to a default in manufacturing. Returning from a holiday found liquid beneath the vehicle, the AA was called and advised not to drive the vehicle so the car was towed to the dealership. The drive shaft seals had leaked all the oil and the vehicle would have seized if driven. The clutch then began to stick when the clutch pedal was depressed; dealership replaced the cable and plastic clutch bush (sort of washer that links the cable to the clutch). The steering then made a loud rubbing noise when turned to full lock - the list goes on.

What's most practical about your car?

size for parking

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

MP3 connection