Renault Vel Satis (2002 - 2004) 2.0 T Privilege 5d (2002/52) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Francophile non-conformist
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Generally impressed
Would you buy this car again and why?
Renault stopped selling them in the UK, so I'll have to find something else
What are you likely to buy next?
Not sure
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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?
£8,300
When did you buy the car?
February 2004
Did you get a good deal and why?
Excellent deal. Disastrous residuals were good news for secondhand buyers.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Individual unusual styling, safety kit, luxury details, value for money secondhand
What was the dealer like?
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Fantastic on long motorway journeys but not so good on the twisty stuff - steering is very light.
What's it like to park?
Light steering and excellent turning circle helps to park what is a very large car
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Nothing serious. The tyre pressure sensors play up every so often and the rear parking sensors have failed.
What's most practical about your car?
Vast interior for driver and all passengers. Large boot with practical hatchback. Brilliant turning circle and good ride height.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Electrically operated seats
