Honda CR-V (1997 - 2001) 2.0i West One 5d (2001/51) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
That I'm a paramedic (which I'm not).
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Why aren't we still drivibg a Merc (we are).
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes. Reliability and price for a family 4wd.
What are you likely to buy next?
Merc or Fiat 500.
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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?
£4,000
When did you buy the car?
October 2009
Did you get a good deal and why?
One owner, full main dealerservice history, very low mileage 27000.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
To replace dead Mercedes 4-matic estate.
What was the dealer like?
A car dealer.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Fine in all respects except for tyre noise. Bridgestone semi-snow LM-80 as original.
What's it like to park?
Easy-peasy
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
In 30000 driven miles, front links, R/F window motor, detached rear silencer, minor rust on paintwork, petrol reserve light.
What's most practical about your car?
4 wheel drive when needed, massive boot space particularly with seats down, ability to go forwards even when floating through a river!
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Cubbyholes everywhere.