Toyota Corolla Hatchback (2002 - 2006) 1.4 D-4D Colour Collection 5d MMT (2005/05) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
May portray you as being a little bit dull as it lacks real character.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
They like it for being a safe sensible no frills and well built car.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes for the excellent economy and top draw build quality.
What are you likely to buy next?
maybe a sports car to use as a weekend toy.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchise
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£9,200
When did you buy the car?
June 2007
Did you get a good deal and why?
Yes very good,knocked several hundred off of the asking price,plus i got full tank of fuel,1 litre engine oil top up,and 6 months tax put on.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Had one as a hire car and liked it that much i went out and bought one.
What was the dealer like?
Helpful and polite,no high pressure sales techniques employed.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Dead easy to drive with the mmt gearbox.Comfortable cruising at motorway speeds.
What's it like to park?
Easy to park with good all round visibility.Light power steering.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Has been 100% reliable,only real fault was noisy alternator bearing,alternator was replaced free of charge under warranty. Other than that has been spot on in the 31,000 miles covered.
What's most practical about your car?
5 door access,and interior space is good. Also i like the ease of use of the mmt gearbox,3 different ways to drive it,i.e economy mode,sports mode,or manually changing gear.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
mmt gearbox and steering wheel controls for the stereo.
