Citroën Xsara Picasso (2000 - 2010) 1.8i 16V SX 5d (2001/Y) Owner Review

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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Family man, needing cheap, safe, practical transport
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
have not offered an opinion
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes - cheap, generally reliable. Would go for diesel though, as petrol does like to drink the fuel.
What are you likely to buy next?
Not sure
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Didn't buy from a dealer
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£4,275
When did you buy the car?
May 2007
Did you get a good deal and why?
Yes - good part-ex for old car & price good compared to others locally
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Needed cheap useful family transport
What was the dealer like?
friendly
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Not exciting - what you get with an MPV! Ok once it gets going, but very clattery on start up.
What's it like to park?
Steering is vague and turning circle huge - can't see rear quarters
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Circuit behind drivers wheel that activates airbag needed replacing at Citroen garage - cost £250.00
What's most practical about your car?
huge amounts of space for passengers and with seats out.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
under floor/seat storage