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  • Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    I like a quality car at a bargain price.

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

    Like it (or at least too polite to say they don't!)

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    So far yes, though I think they could improve the economy slightly for the next version, and offer a DSG box.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Who knows, it'll be a couple of years away, but if they do the same car with DSG .....

  • Buying experience

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchise

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £11,000

    When did you buy the car?

    January 2009

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Yes, car with options was £21K 9 months ago, paid £11K

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Wanted something unusual, and good value for money.

    What was the dealer like?

    Helpful, eager to do a deal

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Great, quite sporty, firm but not uncomfortable ride. Pulls very well in gear.

    What's it like to park?

    OK, visibility not great, but std fit parking sensors help.

  • Living with it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Rear window blind clip, passenger lumber support knob.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Good size boot, good interior space

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Heated seats