Proton Satria Neo (2007 - 2012) 1.6 Sport 3d (2010/10) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Likes a sporty high spec car and is not put off by a lack of brand image.

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

Where worried about the name PROTON however is a good buy, based on reliability and warranty and of course price .

Would you buy this car again and why?

Yes very impressed with car for the money as a used buy however i wouldnt necessarily buy new as deprecaition is quite high, but i keep my cars for several years so possibly would be worth it and 6 years powertrain warranty on running gear 6 years anti-corrosion warranty and 3 years manufacturers warranty and proton did offer 3 years free serving on new vehicles.

What are you likely to buy next?

Most likely another proton.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchised

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£5,495

When did you buy the car?

March 2012

Did you get a good deal and why?

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Styling price fitted extras comprehensive 6 year power train warranty.

What was the dealer like?

What's it like to drive?

A little retro handles and drives like an early 90s car (design is based around vehicles of that era its an early mitsubishi type gearbox) the lotus handling gives a nice sports feel similar to my early 90s metro/rover 114 gta.

What's it like to park?

Very easy (with added parking sensors) however not as easy as was with the fiat punto with city mode steering (which i miss sometimes).

Have you had any problems with the car?

No

What's most practical about your car?

Its not practical 3 door hatcback, but its very cool sports styling and makes heads turn as they are rare in uk.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Bluetooth handsfree for mobile phone and parking sensors.