Renault Megane Hatchback (2002 - 2006) 1.4 Authentique 5d (2003/52) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Stylish.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Every body thinks its great except for me.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Never again will I buy a French car! Car drinks too much petrol! it shoud be 41mpg, it only returns 28 even with frugal driving. Nothing mechanically wrong as told by garage.
What are you likely to buy next?
German
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Didn't buy from a dealer
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£4,000
When did you buy the car?
February 2007
Did you get a good deal and why?
Thought i did. It had low miles and good history.But it didn't count for anything.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Looked good and good mpg (as on guide)
What was the dealer like?
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Horrible! accelerator too light not balanced right for take offs. Not good for motorways very tiring.
What's it like to park?
Ok good mirrors and viability.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Everything! Car feels loose and is about to fall apart. Noise from front wheels. Cheap interior lots of loose clips. Seats wear easy and wobble. Only 41k replaced all brakes exhaust wishbones and tyres. hate seatbelt beep. very anoying.
What's most practical about your car?
Comfortable on short journeys only. Cheap insurance. good handling, good brakes and road grip and safe in a accident. Parts too expensive!
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Key card. Car generally has good looks.