Nissan Primera Hatchback (2002 - 2006) 2.2dCi S (138ps) 5d (2003/53) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
don't know
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
liked it at first until everything started failing on it!
Would you buy this car again and why?
No
What are you likely to buy next?
don't know
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Independent
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£3,000
When did you buy the car?
May 2009
Did you get a good deal and why?
Not bad. Seemed about right price
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
I expected reliability, comfort and efficiency from the engine
What was the dealer like?
Ok. The alternator wasn't working when I bought the car and they replaced it quickly
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
At low speeds road bumps are harsh, it's quite nippy and a breeze on the motorway
What's it like to park?
easy
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Alternator fault, Brakes at rear constantly squeal and click, suction control valve needed replacing - £255 from main dealer, I've been told the turbo needs replacing - £900, Timing chain needs replacing - £900, there's a strange creaking from under the rear seats, the engine struggles to idle for first few mins when cold.
What's most practical about your car?
Plenty of space, big boot
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
electric rear windows are handy