Kia Sedona (1999 - 2006) 2.9 CRDi LE 5d Auto (2004/54) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

It reflects my lifestyle. Very robust stylying and very roomy and comfortable for the person who moves around alot. I would never sit or be a passenger in a train, public transport and a coach even. so this type of vehicle suits me fine.

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

My daughter loves it. I normally go sight seeing with my wife, daughter, nephew and neices. They like more than I do.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Yes with a lot less mileage. I was told it has a Mercedes or a Mazada engine.

What are you likely to buy next?

Mercedes ML, BMW X6 or X5, Audi Q7, Audi Allroader. Not a galaxy but a Sharon or a Alhambara, Toyota Land Cruiser or A previa.All the vehicles have got to be diesel. I prefer Automatic.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Didn't buy from a dealer

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£2,000

When did you buy the car?

January 2010

Did you get a good deal and why?

No I did not, Head Gasket Gone right away on the first day of purchase.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

I wanted a 4x4/MPV/Large car or a German make diesel Automatic. I normally buy cars from Auctions. When this appeared I had to bid on it. It was cheap but it had 190, 000 miles on it. It was running fine when I brought it home. It also had a full years MOT. When I parked outside my house the engine overheated and the head gasket went. NOW Stoodley auction sold me this car and I feel I was conned. I have had Mercedes and Audi with more mileage than this. Last year I had a BMW 535d on a 06 plate. I done 366,890 on it. It never gave me a problem. Is it the auction or is it The brand KIA. I do not know.

What was the dealer like?

I wouldn't recommend Stoodley Auction in Manchester to any one. 95% of their cars seem to have hidden problems and most of them are very bad.

What's it like to drive?

Comfortable and easy to drive. I like the seats.

What's it like to park?

Very easy to reverse and park. Well then I am also an advanced driver, and I have driven articulated lorries throught out UK, Ireland and Europe.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Head Gasket. Is this because of the mileage.

What's most practical about your car?

It is roomy, comfortable to drive. But so are fully kitted out sheds.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Blacked out windows.