MG ZS Hatchback (2001 - 2004) 1.8 (120ps) 5d (2003/52) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

I did my research and found a fantastic car which does everything i want! I can be safe daddy when required and feel like I'm 17 again when I feel the urge!

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

My neighbour owns one and he loves his, my friends tell me it's a rover and give it a little stick.... until the first bend!

Would you buy this car again and why?

Yes, they really are great to drive and so practical. Not as complecated as other cars, you can service it yourself and replace odd bits without having to remove half the front end

What are you likely to buy next?

BMW or SAAB - but not yet

Type of dealer you bought from?

Didn't buy from a dealer

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£2,600

When did you buy the car?

April 2008

Did you get a good deal and why?

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Good reviews, no obvious faults which were reported, looked good

What was the dealer like?

What's it like to drive?

When I'm feeling lazy it chugs along nicely and feels smooth, when i'm up for some fun it come into it's own... it's like drivin a car thats glued to the road.... great fun! Good on fuel, very very comfy I'm 6'3 and although I noticed the seat didn't go back as far as usual, I have no problems driving it and get no back ache.... and i do have a bad back which other cars give me pain! My only niggle - at 70 mph it gets a little noisey from the road... not a long motorway crusing car

What's it like to park?

No probs here either

Have you had any problems with the car?

Rear brakes pads and discs need replacing as calipers have seized open, nothing else though

What's most practical about your car?

hatchback, fits two young kids in car searts in back, becomes an all round work horse

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

The suspension and handling is fantastic - the air con is nice too