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  • Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Stylish, modern.

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

    Don't know.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes I would, hasn't failed me yet, it's a great little runner.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Audi A3, probably in my dreams, more likely a Honda Civic.

  • 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?

    £3,000

    When did you buy the car?

    August 2012

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Gave me a good price on my Peugeot 306.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    What was the dealer like?

    Good, knowledgeable, helpful.

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Good, only a 1.4 so not too quick off the mark but does me great.

    What's it like to park?

    Fine

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    All brakes and pads needed replacing when I bought it but that's nothing out of the ordinary and was expected.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Great boot space.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Very easy to fold down back seats.