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  • Summary

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Nothing really, no badge snobbery here. Just a sensible estate with some sporty aspirations, and a few little additions.

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

    Everybody wonders what it is, and I like that.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes. Carrying capacity, speed, comfort and 50MPG!

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Newer version of the same car.

  • Buying experience

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchised

    Did you buy this car new?

    Yes

    What price did you pay?

    £19,995

    When did you buy the car?

    January 2013

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    The vehicle is a special edition with lots of extras (leather,sat nav,DAB radio, parking sensors, different trim etc.) The car was discounted and on a 0% finance 3 year deal.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    The vehicle was on a 0% finance, reduced purchase price deal.

    What was the dealer like?

    Superb, cannot fault them.

  • Driving it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Brilliant. Solid suspension but with a supple ride. An excellent turn of mid range speed, and the DSG box is exceptional.

    What's it like to park?

    Excellent, great visibility.

  • Living with it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    I have now done 70,000 miles+ in 20 months and apart from servicing, tyres and brake pads nothing has gone wrong.

    What's most practical about your car?

    The shear size of the estate, as a load carrier its brilliant - but with a good turn of speed.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    The Amundsen Sat Nav is A1, all throughout Europe.