Renault Megane Hatchback (2002 - 2006) 1.5 dCi Expression (86bhp) 5d (Euro 4) (2005/55) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
It says I like modern looking cars and I'm a hypocrite for warning people away from French cars and then buying myself another! :-).
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
They all love it, its the Electric Blue type color as well which looks great in the sun.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes, definitely. It was a bargain but I would happily have paid double. They have their common issues, but what car doesn't? If you're going to buy a car that will eventually have issues, you might as well buy one that's comfortable to sit in whilst waiting for recovery :-).
What are you likely to buy next?
No idea, definitely another cheap-tax diesel, and quite possibly another Renault. We shall see...
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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?
£600
When did you buy the car?
December 2013
Did you get a good deal and why?
I got a great deal. The car was being sold cheap due to high mileage and the owner fancied a change after 7 years of ownership, needed a quick sale as he couldn't store it.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
It was a bargain find on ebay!
What was the dealer like?
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
It drives like a dream, even with 144,000 miles on the clock. Very smooth on all surfaces including over speedbumps, comfortable seats and excellent seat adjustment options. I don't think theres anyone on this planet that couldn't get comfy in this car. The girlfriend can't help but fall asleep on most trips!
What's it like to park?
A doddle. No more difficult than any other car to park really (for someone confident). Visibility is good, people moan about the rear end sticking out far but its not hard to judge once you've owned it for a week or two.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Nope! It has a couple of issues when I bought it but they are small and I already knew about them. Drivers seat base creaky/damaged Tracking out badly Squeaky brakes Door handles a stick a bit.
What's most practical about your car?
Cheap tax, £30 a year! Great MPG, even though its been remapped to 120bhp!
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
AC, 4 Electric Windows, Steering Wheel Audio Controls, Keycard with Push Button Start!
