Renault Laguna Hatchback (1994 - 2001) 1.9 dTi RT Sport 5d (SR+AC) (1998/S) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
the person who drives this likes a bargain and is willing to forgoe luxuries to get an economical motorway muncher.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
avergae with a capital A but not as boring as a ford or vauxhall.
Would you buy this car again and why?
yes, cheap and cheerful, comfortable and 50+mpg with a light foot.
What are you likely to buy next?
Audi
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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?
£1,995
When did you buy the car?
June 2005
Did you get a good deal and why?
It was the right price for the car.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
I needed a comfortable motorwaycruiser as i commute 40'000 miles a year
What was the dealer like?
friendly, informed and helpful. A refreshing change.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
On the motorway, it is a joy of smooth cruising. There is some noise from the pillars at high speed. The engine is load under acceleration but quiet at cruising speeds. The ride can be described as compliant, not sporty.
What's it like to park?
The bonnet slopes rather annoyingly but you just have to get used to the dimensions of the car.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Both rear wheel bearings needed replacing at 90'000. Engine undertray disintegrated. replaced with better plastic part. The air conditioning has not worked sincei bought it but i do not use it anyway. we live in the UK, not the sahara.
What's most practical about your car?
Huge boot space when the rear seats are folded down.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
The seats. They are the most comfortable of any car i have ever used.
