Honda FR-V (2004 - 2009) 2.0 i-VTEC Sport 5d (Leather + Privacy) (2006/06) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Modern & stylish, out of the ordinary.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Love it, particularly the vivid blue colour, and light coloured leather interior (with privacy glass and small rear windows the standard black upholstery makes the car something of a coal-pit).
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes, no other car can transport 6 adults in such comfort, be as flexible (carry 3 people and a vast amount of cargo when daughter flat-moving), at 33mpg (over 40mpg on long-distant cruising).
What are you likely to buy next?
Another FR-V if necessary, but consider diesel. Saved >£2000 on comparable diesel, and for low annual mileage do not believe diesel would save much.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Didn't buy from a dealer
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£12,250
When did you buy the car?
June 2007
Did you get a good deal and why?
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Wanted to carry 6 adults on weekly trips.
What was the dealer like?
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Very easy to drive, love the position of the gear stick. Comfortable cruiser, particularly with cruise control, and sweet powerful engine. I've got used to A-pillar visibility problems.
What's it like to park?
Shortness (for a MPV) makes it easy, though needs reversing sensor.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
There was a 6 month delay in sourcing a replacement CD-multichanger (affecting many customers), but has otherwise been faultless.
What's most practical about your car?
The flexible seating and ease of use of seatbelts receives constant praise from passengers. The ability to set the middle seats back eases conversation.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
I fitted a microwave aerial reversing sensor, essential for this car, especially 6-up in the dark and rain. Love all the gadgets: sound system, heated seats, cruise, climate, optional bluetooth, leather, and privacy glass.
