Ford Fiesta (2002 - 2008) 1.25 Finesse 3d (2004/54) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
I'm a practical driver who has recently their driving test and needed a cheap car to learn in.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
My friends and family thinks its a nice little car, which is extremely practical; mainly because most of them get lifts! Mother especially likes it because it used to be hers!
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes because it's practical and reliable, however No because its has relatively low fuel economy. 29MPG standard fuel, 42 MPG with premium fuel.
What are you likely to buy next?
Want a Nissan Micra.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Independent
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£2,995
When did you buy the car?
December 2011
Did you get a good deal and why?
Yes, we got a good price £3000 for a car with 36,000 miles and car had full service history and in excellent condition.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
The previous car had broken beyond economical repair and therefore a new one needed to purchase.
What was the dealer like?
Very nice and efficent.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Very easy to drive in, this is the car which I learnt and passed in, however it's sluggish to accelerate but can easily cruise along at motorway speeds.
What's it like to park?
Very easy to park, especially with personally added parking sensors.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Both seat catches to get into the back have broken, Rear windscreen wash doesn't work. Both side panels have fallen off also broken 12v charging socket At 71,000 The engine management light came on; engine cylinder misfire (£110).
What's most practical about your car?
The car is very easy to park, easily fits 5 people in and the boot is really big and with the seat down can easily fit lots in.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
We got the Finesse, So the car doesn't really have any accessories - Not even remote central locking or Air condition! However, the self fitted parking sensors have proven a sound investment.
