SEAT Ibiza (2002 - 2009) 1.9TDi Cupra 3d (2005/05) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Not sure a car says anything about a person, at the end of the day you buy what you like!

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

Most people that come and have a look at the car really like it, and they like it even more when I tell them its basically a Vw/Audi in disguise.

Would you buy this car again and why?

I would never buy the same car again, but the biggest compliment I can give the car is my previous car was a P1 Impreza and i don't miss it!

What are you likely to buy next?

I will keep this for a while now, but in the future I think I will have a Bmw M Coupe Roadster :)

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchise

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£12,600

When did you buy the car?

June 2006

Did you get a good deal and why?

Got £1000 knocked off after I was about to walk out the door, the best they was offering me was £150 off the marked price until I was going to walk away. Also got a great deal on a additional 3 years Full warranty and road cover for just £600. So now have 5 years hassle free driving :) very happy. Also had Supaguard with 50% off.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

It was the most sporty looking and fastest tdi I could find and it also gives you 50+mpg! Yepee.

What was the dealer like?

Nice person, you just have to stand firm and be in control its there job to make you think your getting the best price in the world, when in reality they can knock 100's off and still turn over a fortune

What's it like to drive?

Great, very quick in all areas of the rev range, bags of torque if you have it re-mapped. Handling is very good. Its not the most comfortable ride though, it has stiff sporty suspension so you will feel every little bump in the road surface!.

What's it like to park?

I would suggest fitting rear parking sensors, as its very difficult to accurately estimate your distance from a object while reversing. Other than that its very little so no problems

Have you had any problems with the car?

No its been superb! Just been on a round journey of 500 miles and it hasn't missed a beat.

What's most practical about your car?

Small and fast, good fuel economy

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

I have added lots of interior accessories to brighten the journeys up. But without doubt the best option is re-mapping it! mine is now 200bhp and 300lbs of torque I don't thrash it at all but now its effortless to overtake and motorway trips are a dream!