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  • Summary

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Class, intelligence, style, taste, money but not flash.

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

    They all admire it an assume it cost much more.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes; I like it.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Jaguar XF, 3ltr Diesel S.

  • Buying experience

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Independent

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £16,500

    When did you buy the car?

    April 2014

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Yes - Low Book Price, renovated wheels, 6 months tax, replacement remote key and wheel nut key. Valet, fuel, warranty.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    I wanted a fast and distinctive Diesel. It was the Merc CLS or the Jag XF. I'm glad I chose the Merc.

    What was the dealer like?

    Excellent.

  • Driving it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Fantastic

    What's it like to park?

    OK - has parktronic so not too hard - but it is a big car.

  • Living with it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Front spring failure. Dealer replaced both front springs under warranty and provided a replacement car (Audi A6) whilst car was repaired.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Four doors, huge boot, good fuel economy if you take it easy with the right foot and use the cruise control.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Grand Edition engine and gear box: 3.0-litre 6-cylinder diesel output 272bhp. Torque a crushing 590Nm.