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  • Summary

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Successful without really showing off too much.

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

    They think it wonderful. They all like being driven around in it.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes, its everything I ever wanted from a car.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Another one.

  • Buying experience

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Didn't buy from a dealer

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £14,500

    When did you buy the car?

    March 2014

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Car had only one previous owner. The rear of the car was like new.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Longer journeys, involving motorways.

    What was the dealer like?

    Open.

  • Driving it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Absolute effortless power, and almost silent.

    What's it like to park?

    Parktronic sensors help a lot.

  • Living with it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Heater blower seized up which needed some work doing. Also changed the alternator belt.

    What's most practical about your car?

    The ease of power, the size, especially in the rear.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Electric heated seats and steering wheel. Parktronic system.