• Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    That I'm on a budget and am trying to save money as and when I can.

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

    They like it, they do seem to think its more for a lady but I can put up with that.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Definitely as it's never let me down although Ii wouldn't pay that much now as it's a few years older now.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    A Ferrari... lottery willing. Other than that I'd like a Focus.

  • Buying experience

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Independent

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £1,250

    When did you buy the car?

    March 2011

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    I think so, other cars of the same year and model were around the £1,500 mark so £1,250 seemed fine.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    I'm a delivery driver and it's cheap on fuel and insurance.

    What was the dealer like?

    Very professional and really eager to help, I suppose he would be though as he wants to sell me a car!

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Excellent - handles really well, a little slow when it comes to overtaking but very comfortable and easy to drive.

    What's it like to park?

    Simple with it being so small.

  • Living with it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Just tyres worn down as expected but no other problems at all.

    What's most practical about your car?

    The cheap fuel and insurance, also the reliability.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    My stereo I fitted myself as its quite a standard car with very little to talk about.