Suzuki Baleno Hatchback (1995 - 2002) 1.8 GSR 3d (2001/Y) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

agressive and fast

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

best looking on our street

Would you buy this car again and why?

yes yes and yes i am a fanatic, no-one knows about these cars and only the lucky people who own them do.

What are you likely to buy next?

mitsubishi evolution 4

Type of dealer you bought from?

Independent

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£1,100

When did you buy the car?

August 2006

Did you get a good deal and why?

yes it had been in a cat d write off and was sold on v-car at a excellent price.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

the price there is no other car that age with a 1.8 16v engine and only group 10 insurance.

What was the dealer like?

friendly

What's it like to drive?

an absolute dream handling is superb and the 125bhp engine kicks out a fair bit of punch when driven hard 1st gear 35mph 2nd 75mph 3rd 100mph 4th 125mph 5th top speed

What's it like to park?

easy power steering is light and nimble

Have you had any problems with the car?

catylitic convertor has become clogged temperarily restricting power howver this is the only problem and i have owned 2, i love em.

What's most practical about your car?

space in the interior for a small car

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

electric windows, electric mirrors.