• Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Discerning. Willing to compromise on just about everything for performance and handling.

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

    Love the exterior, not impressed by the interior, adore the thrill of a ride in it but hate travelling long distances.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    No. It was perfect for me at that time in my life but not now.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Something more practical and economical, unfortunately!

  • 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?

    £30,000

    When did you buy the car?

    April 2007

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Demonstration Model with about 5k on it and £5k discount

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    What was the dealer like?

    Excellent. All contact has been very good indeed and charges reasonable.

  • Driving it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Superb. Tested it with the S2000 (dealer spun it on test drive) and Boxster. Compared to the Boxster it feels alive. So light, responsive and drivable.

    What's it like to park?

    Not bad. You get the knack of reversing using the wing mirrors, tone up your arms (no PAS) and with the occasional Laborghini-style door-open reversing technique!

  • Living with it

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Gear linkage broken. Radiator leak.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Not a strong point, but it's coped with many weekends away for 2 with luggage.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?