SEAT Leon Hatchback (2000 - 2005) 1.8 20V T Cupra 5d (2002/02) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Could be old, could be young...i'm understated but quick enough to surprise you.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Friends have never said a bad word, most are jealous. The family like it, the g/f needed abit of persuading about the yellow but now loves it and nick named her lucy.
Would you buy this car again and why?
I would, but I don't personaly like the same thing twice.
What are you likely to buy next?
mercedes benz / lotus elise
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchise
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£5,999
When did you buy the car?
June 2008
Did you get a good deal and why?
The car was in fantastic order, did pay little over the odds but expected from a stealer....sorry dealer.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Loved the look (yes in the yellow), great toys, reliablity, understated, brilliant all rounder.
What was the dealer like?
Very happy to sell, left a slight sour deal when handing over part-ex.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
I find it's a great alrounder. The car is at home on B-roads, but motorways in 6th expect some good pull. Easily caters for the go faster driver or the morning run...clearly designed for many users in mind.
What's it like to park?
It gives a long impression, but looking round is good. Rearview window is high, so reverseing can be bit of a nightmare at times but I fitted a parking sensor. Mirrors change when reverse selected so kerbs are easily spotted. Turning circle isn't brilliant but noticed when parking.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Two days after purchase the oil pump went bust. However fixed by dealer with no charge or questions asked. Since then no problems at all.
What's most practical about your car?
The boot. The boot is a great size and when seats folded flat leaves plently of room for disco gear! could be said the rear bumper is high, so loading things in is alittle more tricky.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Heated leather seats. This is my first car with them...seriously buy with this option! great in the colder months. Also the auto wipers/dimming rear view mirror add alittle more to the overall package.
