• Summary

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Efficient and ready and willing to fix your computer.

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

    No comments but many have changed to Ford after Quickclear windscreen saga this winter.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes it has most of the ingredients of a work-horse but cleans up well for evening and weekend outings.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    B-MAX, Zafira

  • Buying experience

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchised

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £12,500

    When did you buy the car?

    August 2010

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Yes! Ex-Motability car

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Good mpg figures.

    What was the dealer like?

    Tried to sell me extended warranty in 2nd year of car. Wasn't giving anything away.

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Grrrrrr8 - nice grip in wet, comfy when it's bad weather out there, good in snow with manual option engaged.

    What's it like to park?

    Very easy even with my tow bar fitted.

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Rear door shocks have lost their hydraulics, cheap nasty cardboard rear shelf, cheap plastic interior.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Easy to park with parking sensors switched on. Manual option to auto gear selector. Frugal - get 42mpg.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Seat height on both front seats. Auto windows all round.