Ford Puma (1997 - 2002) 1.7i 16V 3d (2001/Y) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
That i like the car i drive to look nice.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
All like it. Had a mini cooper s beforehand and most actually prefer this.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes. I think its brilliant for what i paid.
What are you likely to buy next?
Vauxhall Astra Sport Hatch 1.8i VVT SRi.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Independent
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£2,250
When did you buy the car?
January 2010
Did you get a good deal and why?
For the price of the car, yes. But was sold as having full service history only to discover fake dealership details in service book.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Thought it looked very attractive and really good value for money compared to other coupes at similar price.
What was the dealer like?
Very nice,as he knew he was going to get a sale at the asking price.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Handles well. Steering and gearbox very responsive. Goes well if you punch it through the gears! Bit noisey and RPM quite high on motorways, best driven round town and on A roads.
What's it like to park?
Easy! Good turning circle.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Only the usual wear and tare, nothing major. One slight annoyance is when its been raining and you open the boot water pours in either side, but thats a design fault.
What's most practical about your car?
Value for money! Parts are cheap to replace. car is lovely looking and brilliant to drive.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Heated front windscreen and good boot capacity considering its squashed in either side at the back.
