SEAT Ibiza FR (2009 - 2017) 1.4 TSi FR 3d DSG (2010/10) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
I like to have fun as long as it isnt excessively expensive.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Love it. Everyone thinks it looks good and is comfortable to be a passenger in.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes. The car has been very reliable, easy to live with, practical for driving to work or long distance motorway driving. Seat have also been great for after care. Services are well priced and efficient.
What are you likely to buy next?
Mk2 Seat leon Cupra R.
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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?
£15,500
When did you buy the car?
March 2010
Did you get a good deal and why?
I used two franchised dealers to get the best haggling price. My local dealer won as they offered me a saving on the car price, plus a free courtesy car until my new Ibiza arrived.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Wrote my old car off!
What was the dealer like?
The dealer was very friendly and professional. They sat me down and talked carefully through all of my options. Very helpful and approachable.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Fast! very fast!! lightening gear changes and rapid acceleration give great pulling power. Its very good around town and smooth and quiet on motorway runs. having 7 gears in such a small engine is a god send.
What's it like to park?
Easy, Its small and visibility all round is very good.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
No. The car has been perfect from day one.
What's most practical about your car?
Running costs. The 150bhp engine has a great balance between power and economy.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
DSG gearbox with flappy panels. Fantastic gearbox, I never thought i would be happy with an automatic but this has changed my mind.