Renault Megane Coupe (1996 - 2003) 1.6 16V Monaco 2d (2000/X) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

You care about your image.

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

Both my brothers have driven my car (one has a focus zetec and other an astra) and both have commented on the performance of the car and both are intrested if i ever sell it.

Would you buy this car again and why?

I would buy the car again as its good on fuel (47mpg on motorway @70 mph, and between 38-41mpg round town dependant on how heavy your foot is), and overall a good cheap little semi-sports car.

What are you likely to buy next?

Next i would like the megane coupe convertable but as i have regular trips to B&Q i woule like to fit more than a box of nails in the boot so i would like an Astra sxi/sri.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Independent

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£3,495

When did you buy the car?

September 2007

Did you get a good deal and why?

I got a good deal as I had a lot of finance owing on the previous car so I made sure I got a good part ex price and 6 months road tax thrown in.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

I bought the car on looks and equipment.

What was the dealer like?

I have bough 3 cars off the dealer opposite where i work and i will go back every time as they sort out any warranty issues on the spot and give good after sales care.

What's it like to drive?

I find the gearbox a bit rough but its a cheap french car dont expect bmw smoothness. But overall good refined engine pleny of guts and a short gear ratio means acceleration is good but high revving on motorways. suspension is firm enough to minimise body roll but absorbs road bumps well. good tyres are a must to maximise performance (recomended pirelli p6000.)

What's it like to park?

Being a coupe visibility is rather good and well positioned mirrors make parkin easy.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Nothing due to manufacturers faults only a puncture on the motorway.

What's most practical about your car?

This car isnt very practical but, it suits me as i dont take many passengers and only having 2 rear seats and very little leg room, is a good job really.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Leather seats are lovely to sit on and they support every one in the car as all seats are like bucket seats.