Citroën Xsara Picasso (2000 - 2010) 2.0 HDi SX 5d (2002/02) Owner Review

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Summary
What does this car say about you?
I can't afford a Scenic
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
"You've had a lot of bad luck with that car."
Would you buy this car again and why?
No. Far too many problems. I have had more trouble with one Citroen Picasso than my five previous vehicles combined. The dealer rarely has the bits available and servicing and repairs tend to require a series of visits or an overnight stay.
What are you likely to buy next?
Anything but a Citroen.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchise
Did you buy this car new?
Yes
What price did you pay?
£0
When did you buy the car?
March 2002
Did you get a good deal and why?
I couldn't get the colour I wanted but was happy enough otherwise.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Like the look and feel of the car and the price was reasonable.
What was the dealer like?
99% of salesmen are very nice
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Comfortable
What's it like to park?
Difficult at first, then average.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Series of rattles. Various adjustments to doors. New Foglamps. (Filling up with water.) New Windscreen Wiper Motor New front Seatbelt stalk Locks replaced on two doors which would not open/lock. New Catalytic Convertor New Exhaust Replaced Brakes BREAKDOWN (Recovery) New Gearchange Cables BREAKDOWN (Recovery) New Fuel Pump New Power Steering Pump BREAKDOWN (Recovery) New BMI (Immobiliser)
What's most practical about your car?
The room inside.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Trip Computer