SEAT Altea Hatchback (2004 - 2015) 2.0 TDi Sport 5d (2006/55) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
You made the best choice Altea Stylance Which is far superior on balance My benefits are appealing And now you're revealing How happy you are with my performance.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
They love the comforting ride and the spaciousness of the cabin.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes because it is the most comfortable and roomy and driveable car I have ever owned.
What are you likely to buy next?
Another Seat Altea of course.
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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?
£17,000
When did you buy the car?
November 2006
Did you get a good deal and why?
Excellent deal in trading in a Fiat . Dealer went out of their way to demonstrate the benefits of the model and offer a good discount to a regular customer.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Roomy space, drivers sports style seat, sport wheels, excellent acceleration, cruise control, large boot area.
What was the dealer like?
Very knowledgeable of the technical aspects of the car, very courteous and prepared to negotiate on price.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Very easy especially using cruise control and all the control are easy to locate without taking your eyes off the road.
What's it like to park?
No problem in parking especially as it has a reversing audio warning signal.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
One slight fault was the main coolant pipe dropped onto the cambelt after 90,000 miles and split losing all the coolant.
What's most practical about your car?
Plenty of leg room for all passengers and very large boot space which will even house a fridge or cooker. Also terrific acceleration which is beneficial in safe overtaking on rural roads.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Definitely cruise control, I would not be without it.