SEAT Altea Hatchback (2004 - 2015) 1.9 TDi Stylance 5d DSG (2007/57) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Not too sure, I like the look of the vehicle and it's my choice.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Friends seem to like the car, even smile when you say sorry for the learner driver in the gearbox.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Not really, we get 3 years warranty, US market get 100,000mile warranty on the gearbox......tells you something doesn't it!!!
What are you likely to buy next?
Something old, with less gadgets and gizmos to go wrong, easier and cheaper to repair.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchised
Did you buy this car new?
Yes
What price did you pay?
£15,000
When did you buy the car?
November 2007
Did you get a good deal and why?
A bit of haggling and got a good trade value against a new car.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Looks, Value, Comfort, supposed reliability.
What was the dealer like?
Very helpful, Small family franchise, no nice shiny expensive showroom to pay for.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Not the quitest on the motorway, a lot of road noise from the rear, gearbox is like being in the car with a learner driver.
What's it like to park?
Not too bad to park, mirrors not the best for seeing whats happening. Park sensors are a good bonus.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Passenger window mechanism collapsed, DPF sensor fault, and a DSG gearbox that is slowly failing. Gear changes are harsh and jerky. All on a car with 14,000 miles.
What's most practical about your car?
Good fuel economy, not bad for interior space if you remove all the boot shelves.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
