Renault Scenic (2003 - 2009) 1.6 VVT Dynamique 5d Auto (2004/04) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Nice attractive blue. Just the car of the family man.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Family just enjoy the comfort and the space.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes.
What are you likely to buy next?
An Alfa Romeo 159 if I can... not because I don't like the car but I've always wanted one.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Independent
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£2,300
When did you buy the car?
June 2013
Did you get a good deal and why?
I got a good deal with the dealer prepared to negotiate and include road tax, MOT etc.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Offered the best compromise of value for money and space with decent mileage. The version I found was in excellent overall condition and had good service history.
What was the dealer like?
The dealer was excellent. He picked me up from the railway station and negotiated on the price fairly. However, we learned that he was really good when he responded to fix a fault at no extra cost that would have been very expensive otherwise. The only down side for the dealer is that the warranty he offers is not the best on the market I feel, with no wear and tear cover.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Really nice to drive. Very comfortable and I always enjoy getting into it. Great for a family ride. Don't expect a fast ride though. The 1.6 is a little underpowered really (especially with the Auto) and going round a corner is best done slower.
What's it like to park?
No problem. Parking assist is very helpful.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
An electrical fault appeared soon after purchase. A rear electric windows refused to function. This was eventually traced to corrosion on a wiring loom. Renault dealer wanted £1700 to replace however repair eventually conducted as a warranty by the dealer.
What's most practical about your car?
Excellent storage all over the car. Not the biggest car out there but managed to swallow a whole divan bed.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Storage compartments again all over the place. Parking assist is very helpful.
