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  • Summary

    1 out of 5 1.0

    What does this car say about you?

    That I wanted a safe, family car.

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

    It should be a safe, family car.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    No. The fault the car developed was lethal, and apparently relatively common.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    A reliable, safe marque from a brand with good customer service.

  • Buying experience

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Independent

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £10,000

    When did you buy the car?

    December 2010

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Online dealer.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Safe family car (allegedly).

    What was the dealer like?

    Very keen to sell additional financial products.

  • Driving it

    3 out of 5 3.0

    What's it like to drive?

    When it works, pleasant. When it fails, it's lethal as its so heavy.

    What's it like to park?

    It's a big car and doesn't leave much room in typical car parks (and hence tends to get hit by other patrons).

  • Living with it

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Yes. Very dangerous (and apparently common) fault with crank shaft sensor which causes the engine to shut off at speed leaving the car with no assisted steering or breaking - it's a deathtrap.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Large boot.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?