Nissan Primera Hatchback (1999 - 2002) 2.0 16V SE 5d Auto (1999/V) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Absolutely nothing hopefully.

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

Not very interested but all agree that price was a bargain.

Would you buy this car again and why?

No as I like to try other models and get bored with the same car.

What are you likely to buy next?

Depends on whether petrol prices continue to make all but the most frugal cars more and more impossible to tolerate.Probably a small diesel.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Independent

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£1,300

When did you buy the car?

April 2008

Did you get a good deal and why?

Really good price for 48000 mile car virtually unmarked with full Nissan sevice history. However, he offered no warranty as he said he doesn't give it on cars under £1500. Maybe the timing chain noise on start up bothered him.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Wanted a cheap reliable auto with reasonable space

What was the dealer like?

Friendly enough.

What's it like to drive?

Sits low. Good driving position. Superb roadholding. Excellent feel through steering but dreadful turning circle.

What's it like to park?

Not as easy as it could be due to turning circle and difficult to judge rear.

Have you had any problems with the car?

MAF sensor but nothing else. Very common on these cars. £150 for new one fitted. Timing chain noisy on start up but silent enough after. Common with Primeras and nothing to worry about.Otherwise 16000 trouble free miles.

What's most practical about your car?

Huge hatch

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Auto gearbox