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  • Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    I know my cars.

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

    They think it's cool.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes, although I will probably buy the newer model with 136ps.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Swift Sport 2012.

  • Buying experience

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Independent

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £6,000

    When did you buy the car?

    July 2013

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    I got a good deal because the dealer had, in his own words, 'burgled it', when it was traded in.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    I wanted something that was quick but good value, too.

    What was the dealer like?

    A bit dodgy looking, imagine Essex Car Company meets the two retail sales guys from Chewing The Fat, but my experience was OK.

  • Driving it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What's it like to drive?

    A nimble performer that handles very well.

    What's it like to park?

    As Jennifer Aniston would say, it's a doddle.

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Not yet.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Keyless entry saves a lot of faffing around with key fobs.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Air conditioning and the keyless entry system.