Renault Megane Cabriolet (2003 - 2005) 1.6 VVT Dynamique 2d (2005/05) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

This guy has a mid life crisis...lol.

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

Everybody loves the car. Kids are amazed when the roof goes down and call the car a 'Transformer'.. LOL.

Would you buy this car again and why?

No I would'nt buy this car or a Renault again. The build quality is poor to say the least and there are too many niggly things about the car. I:E... The carpet is too short in the front footwells and keeps coming adrift from the plastic trim.

What are you likely to buy next?

Already have a Mazda 5 2.0 TD Sport on order for March delivery.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchise

Did you buy this car new?

Yes

What price did you pay?

£0

When did you buy the car?

March 2005

Did you get a good deal and why?

Motability is always a great deal.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Car was leased on a motability scheme. We wanted a fun car for the hot summers we've been having.

What was the dealer like?

Excellent customer service. Everything was explained in plain english and we could'nt have been happier.

What's it like to drive?

Feels underpowered and has a flat spot on acceleration which seems to be intermittent. Feels very solid and stable at speed. Very comfortable car all round.

What's it like to park?

A little awkward with the roof down due to limited visibility (high rear end) but generally not hard to get used to.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Within the first month the roof hinge broke when lowering the roof. Ouch! 2 weeks in the dealer for repairs and parts had to come from France too. Had to have the front indicator clusters replaced under warranty as they failed. Drivers side window winder motor failed after 18 months. Battery failed after 30 months so new battery fitted.

What's most practical about your car?

The folding glass roof is excellent when working and it's a full 4 seater.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

The car is well equipped with all the standard stuff one would need so no complaints there.