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  • Summary

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Probably traditionalist and conservative - with small c.

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

    They think it's looks brill - and expensive, which it wasn't.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    No longer in production but I'd have no hesitation. Quite simply. it's a very good car.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Same.

  • 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?

    £0

    When did you buy the car?

    July 2012

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Yes.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Lost patience with unreliability of previous Audi's and a Merc.

    What was the dealer like?

    OK

  • Driving it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Excellent handling. Very stable and comfortable, if a little firm. Visibility is excellent - slim A pillars.

    What's it like to park?

    A dawdle. Front and rear parking sensors are brilliant.

  • Living with it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Erratic idle. Sorted by reprogramming injectors at local Jaguar main agent. Done under warranty.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Boot size. Black leather interior.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Touch-screen. Front/rear parking sensors. Heated front screen.