• Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Boring!

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

    No comment, I don't think that is important.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes, I would certainly be interested in a later model, i20 or i30. Excellent warranty.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Could be Hyundai. I would be influenced by Parkers and Which reviews.

  • Buying experience

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchised

    Did you buy this car new?

    Yes

    What price did you pay?

    £7,500

    When did you buy the car?

    March 2008

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Yes, no trade-in and good discount for pre-reg car.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Special main dealer offer of pre-reg car.

    What was the dealer like?

    Very polite and helpful.

  • Driving it

    3 out of 5 3.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Good except rather firm over bumps.Goes very well, quite nippy. Plenty of power.

    What's it like to park?

    Easy

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    No problems at all, but I have only covered 8,000 mile since new in 4 years.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Easy to drive, always starts first time.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    None.