Nissan Micra Hatchback (2003 - 2010) 1.2 S 3d (2005/05) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Not sure about that one. The majority of drivers I see with the same car seem to be women of a certain age. I do seem to get let out at junctions more often though.

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

My sister-in-law actually has the exact same model, in the same colour with the same reg year. Causes no end of confusion.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Have just traded in for a diesel, but would have been more than happy with another Micra. Was actually quite sorry to see it go.

What are you likely to buy next?

Got a small diesel, due to the miles I travel.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchised

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£4,000

When did you buy the car?

June 2010

Did you get a good deal and why?

Car had just been reduced by £1000, full service history and less than 10,000 miles. Seemed good for the money.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Needed something reliable and relatively economical, with enough power to managed prolonged motorway journeys.

What was the dealer like?

Fine, nothing really to report.

What's it like to drive?

Easily managed being driven five days a week on 80-100 mile journeys on the motorway. Never felt out of its depth. Regularly achieved high -40s MPG despite being driven at 70mph.

What's it like to park?

Very easy to park. Good visibility helps along with very light steering. Excellent turning circle too.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Has worked like clockwork, and has coped very well with being driven almost exclusively on the motorway. Passed every MOT. Never let me down.

What's most practical about your car?

Reliability, good visibility, and the movable back seats.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Back seats are on a ratchet, so you can move them depending on how much boot space you need. Managed to get a tumble dryer in with the seats still up!