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  • Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Budget boy!

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

    It's non descript.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    I'd have a higher spec one, would just prefer a few toys on board.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Saab 9-3 Sportwagon. (diesel of course!)

  • Buying experience

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Didn't buy from a dealer

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £3,950

    When did you buy the car?

    December 2008

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Yes, paid 3950 for a full Ford service history car with 60k on it. No tax or MOT though!

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    What was the dealer like?

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Really surefooted, feels safe and secure in the wet. Good power for overtaking and lane changing on motorway. Fairly quiet in the cabin at speed and good feedback from steering.

    What's it like to park?

    Easy peasey - like parking a gold fish bowl.

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Leak from thermostat housing. minor niggle.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Economy, space.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Gadget on an LX????