Nissan Almera Hatchback (2000 - 2006) 2.2 dCi SXE (136ps) 5d (2005/05) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
I don't think it says very much unless you happen to know that this is no ordinary Almera.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
I've never asked them.
Would you buy this car again and why?
No. This is the second one I've owned, but I only buy my cars when they're around 12 months old and they stpped building Almera's 3 years ago.
What are you likely to buy next?
Don't know.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchise
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£7,000
When did you buy the car?
July 2007
Did you get a good deal and why?
I never buy unless it's a cracking deal. I love to negotiate.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Well equipped, fast, but economical.
What was the dealer like?
OK
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Not bad grip with good tyres, but engine and tyre noise can be intrusive.
What's it like to park?
No problem. Rear parking sensors are a nice feature.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Turbo blades disintegrated.
What's most practical about your car?
5 door hatch.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Lots of toys to play with: DVD sat nav, ESP, sunroof, climate control, 6 speed box etc, but the best thing about this car is the engine torque.