• Summary

    1 out of 5 1.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Utilitarian family vehicle.

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

    All like it as a car very much apart from the faults and cost of repairing them.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    No, it is very, very expensive to maintain.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Skoda Fabia estate diesel.

  • Buying experience

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Didn't buy from a dealer

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £4,500

    When did you buy the car?

    April 2008

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Yes, very good price, fsh.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Mpv

    What was the dealer like?

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Smooth and quiet, a bit weak at cornering.

    What's it like to park?

    Wife finds it a bit tricky as the front isn't visible. I think it's fine for the size of car.

  • Living with it

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Lots, especially electrical faults - all the wiindows, handbrake control unit, boot lock, wiring loom corroded due to ingress of water and needed replacement, a/c fan. Also spare wheel release mechanism, brake discs needed replacing after 72000 miles.

    What's most practical about your car?

    The space utilisation inside and the seven seats, great for ferrying family and frieds around.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Extra seats at the back.