• Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    These days all it says is that I'm quite skint and don't care if my car has a bit of a girly image.

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

    They think it needs replacing as it's quite old now.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    I need a larger car now but yes, I'm happy I bought this car. Was reliable enough over the years although best to avoid the sunroofs.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Skoda Fabia estate or a Honda Jazz.

  • Buying experience

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Independent

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £2,600

    When did you buy the car?

    March 2003

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    I think I paid the going rate for it.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    What was the dealer like?

    Only helpful when pushed.

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Good. Accelerates well, quite responsive, good fun really. Hard to part with for this very reason. Managed trips abroad without backpain.

    What's it like to park?

    Easy peasy. Good visibility, not too heavy without power steering.

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    A handful of things: - CV joints were replaced, along with the drive shaft. The starter motor. An ignition coil. The sunroof, which leaked.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Small, easy to operate. Generally does what is asked of it, round town or even long trips.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    It's nice to have an immobiliser.