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  • Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Likes something a little out of the ordinary.

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

    Impressed with its looks inside and out.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    No, the ride is a little too firm but I will miss it.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Ideally a VW Golf or Alfa Romeo Giuletta but will probably end up with a Ford Focus or Hyundai i30.

  • 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?

    £9,500

    When did you buy the car?

    May 2009

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Slightly underpriced, no haggling required!

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    What was the dealer like?

    Fine. Hassle-free purchase.

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Excellent: handling is superb, engine is punchy enough but you do need to get the revs up towards 12 o'clock (4,000).

    What's it like to park?

    About the same as parking a transit van - ok if you know how to do it!

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Nothing major. Squeaky clutch pedal and rattly windscreen (from the external plastic cover) but nothing that has needed repair.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Enormous boot.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Auto climate control.