Renault Megane Scenic (1997 - 1999) 1.6e RT 5d (ManSRS) (1998/R) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
it says that i have a car that has alloys, tinted windows, indoor swimming pool and funny smells lingering aboiut.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
its as creative as mud
Would you buy this car again and why?
no, it breaks down constantly
What are you likely to buy next?
not a renault. DEFINITELY NOT.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchise
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£3,000
When did you buy the car?
June 2005
Did you get a good deal and why?
not particularly, the car was generally OK but it had many niggles and with no warranty we were screwed.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
desperately needed a new one
What was the dealer like?
he was fed up of seeing us return so many times to repair the car!
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
keen for a 1.6 but it really makes some odd noises. Like a beatbox. It can be revved hard in the same way as the pope could flash the public, it just doesn't feel right.
What's it like to park?
a doodle. I mean doddle.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
yes. leaky sunroof, immobiliser, door locks keep failing and locking us out, tracking is awful, gear linkage, steering, exhaust, suspension, ignition etc.
What's most practical about your car?
the indoor swimming pool that has gathered in the boot, ive heard of high spec but this is ridiculous.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
the balloons that came with it, they're worth more than the car now with the state its in