• Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Sadly, that I am now a grandpa but with some life left!

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

    Great, amazed as to how it carries 7 if required and still goes and handles like a sports saloon.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes, I just love it!

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Same again please.

  • Buying experience

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchised

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £25,000

    When did you buy the car?

    December 2010

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    This was a Ford Direct car: 4 months old with 3,000 miles which I saved several thousand pounds on compared with new.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Needed 7 seats for family and grandchildren.

    What was the dealer like?

    Excellent service especially as my first car had to be rejected due to misfuelling by the delivery company!

  • Driving it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Having owned various Japanese and German sporting models I am amazed for its size how well it handles and performs.

    What's it like to park?

    Easy with front and rear parking sensors.

  • Living with it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Minor niggle regarding spring which failed in fuel filler flap.

    What's most practical about your car?

    It's a sports car, family carrier and van for visiting the tip all rolled into one! Not having owned a Ford for 40 years I was amazed at the build quality and finish.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Digital radio and Bluetooth.