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  • Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    I'm obviously old and boring (half true...).

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

    My son's partner bought one on my recommendation.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes. I nearly went for a Golf but was surprised and disappointed by it's hatch space for my hound.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    A Focus or perhaps a Passat estate.

  • 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?

    £0

    When did you buy the car?

    May 2009

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Yes. Low mileage and full tank. Haggled price down a bit.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    My third Focus. I knew what I was buying!

    What was the dealer like?

    VG

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Roadholding, brakes, gear change, all excellent. Pleanty of room for a large dog.

    What's it like to park?

    Rear view not great. Only one reversing light.

  • Living with it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Nothing in nearly five years (touching wood).

    What's most practical about your car?

    Hatch space.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Heated windscreen as well as rear window.