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  • Summary

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What does this car say about you?

    No idea.

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

    Family like it a lot.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes. Ticks all the boxes at a very good price. Very good build quality.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Don't know.

  • Buying experience

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchise

    Did you buy this car new?

    Yes

    What price did you pay?

    £0

    When did you buy the car?

    October 2008

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    About 10% discount off list.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Rapid, well made and roomy.

    What was the dealer like?

    Good.

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Excellent to drive. Strong engine with wide spread of torque. Pulls well in any gear at any revs. Excellent handling, very much like the Golf GTI.

    What's it like to park?

    Not that easy. The rear seems a long way back.

  • Living with it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    No, seems very well made and so far reliable.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Roomy, comfortable, excellent economy given the performance.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Dual zone air-con.