• Summary

    3 out of 5 3.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Not much

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

    They think it's a 4x4

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    No. I like its looks, it is nippy and handles well, but ultimately its just uninspiring to own. Bad blind spot with front pillar. Questionable interior trim fit/finish made for a very rattly experience after about a year

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Have bought a Freelander 2

  • 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?

    £11,000

    When did you buy the car?

    April 2007

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Yes, Free metallic credit & interest free

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    What was the dealer like?

    All car salesmen are crooks to some degree

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Handles really well, rough but nippy 1.6 engine.

    What's it like to park?

    No problems

  • Living with it

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Not really. But car seems very hard on its front end, tyres, brake pads, discs etc.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Generally a practical small hatchback

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Keyless entry. I miss it on my new car.