• Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    My partner calls it a Grandad car and the kids at work laugh at it, but does the job of getting me to work every day.

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

    It's a joke.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes as so reliable and economical, plus very cheap to run.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Vauxhall Zafira, Skoda Octavia, Hyundai I30 or Kia Ceed.

  • Buying experience

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Didn't buy from a dealer

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £450

    When did you buy the car?

    September 2012

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Yes off Ebay. The car had no tax, no service history and 6 months MOT.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    To tide me over until some money came through.

    What was the dealer like?

  • Driving it

    2 out of 5 2.0

    What's it like to drive?

    It slides around corners and doesnt handle in bad weather, but for a 1000cc it has some poke even with a slipping clutch. Comfort isnt great, but having done 7000 miles in 4 months it is reliable.

    What's it like to park?

    No power steering can be a pain, but with so many dents you dont worry about where you park it.

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Nothing yet, but clutch is going. Something to be expected on a car of this age and with 67000 on the clock.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Side opening door ideal for getting a buggy and a Border Collie in it.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    You dont get any on these.