• Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    We have children!

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

    Always amazed how big the car is inside compared to its exterior dimensions

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes. We'd had an estate previously that was described by friends and colleagues as a hearse. The FRV has the room of a large estate but the feel and driving style of a smaller hatchback.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Probably another FRV

  • Buying experience

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchise

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £12,000

    When did you buy the car?

    December 2006

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    The car had been sitting on the forecourt for a while and they don't shift many cars in December

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    As a family car

    What was the dealer like?

    Not too pushy, helpful.

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Handles like a smaller hatchback.

    What's it like to park?

    A bit blind, with fairly chunky D Pillars

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    No

    What's most practical about your car?

    The 6 seats, individually folding and rear centre moves back.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Cruise control