• Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Probably boring but practical.

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

    They have been quite impressed.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes, it has not put a foot wrong in 120,000 miles and done everything I have asked of it. Averaged 55mpg.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    The new C-MAX.

  • Buying experience

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchised

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £12,000

    When did you buy the car?

    January 2006

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Average

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Flexible seating, space, economy.

    What was the dealer like?

    Good service.

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Comfortable, predictable.

    What's it like to park?

    OK

  • Living with it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Boot release catch.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Versatility, economy.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Flexi rear seats, great for aged parents or four up with limousine-like leg room. Later models did not have this feature.