SEAT Ibiza (2002 - 2009) 1.9TDi FR 3d (2006/06) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Pass

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

They like it but dont have to drive it constantly

Would you buy this car again and why?

No

What are you likely to buy next?

Something Japanese or even maybe a bmw.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchise

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£9,600

When did you buy the car?

February 2007

Did you get a good deal and why?

The car was 6 months old and i paid £9600 with 7500 miles on the clock - Cheap.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Went from a citroen c3 hdi vtr 2006 to what i thought was going to be a high quality german built warm hatch.

What was the dealer like?

Ok

What's it like to drive?

Twitchy, fun and quick.

What's it like to park?

ok rear windows are small though.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Engine Stutter...annoying and cant be resolved (common fault) Suspension knocking been in twice still no luck. Rear windscreen washer died, yet to be resolved. Way to much wind noise and road noise Turbo died @ 16,000 miles (£1700 to repair under warranty) Camber on the front wheels wears tyres down alot! Interior rattles especially drivers door card, highly annoying. There has been other smaller issues.....

What's most practical about your car?

Fuel return, on a long drive can get 58mpg+, normal return is 45mpg in traffic etc

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Mp3 Player