• Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    That is not something that I have really thought about. I bought the car to work, and have some fun out of it myself.

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

    Probably like it. Never asked.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes. Always looks like new

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Newer S type

  • 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?

    £5,650

    When did you buy the car?

    August 2007

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    I had a good deal initially. The car had been standing on the dealers forecourt for some time. I offered a straight trade price which was accepted.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    I own a Wedding car company and felt that an S type would complement my Daimlers and Beaufords for use on groom service.

    What was the dealer like?

    It was a person that I had got to know over a period of time. Very helpfull.

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Wonderfull to drive. I get a tremendous amount of pleasure from the occasions that I use it.

    What's it like to park?

    No problems parking. Excellent steering lock to lock.

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    I had to replace the gear box about a month after I had it. Heater valve stuck, and was replaced. Two new door locking assys replaced.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Its appealing to potentel couples. I really like the look of it my self. Run an E240 Merc day to day. S type a lot more fun to drive!

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Memory seats.