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  • Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Its not an obvious fast car, but at the high rev pulls really well - not quite a sleeper but as good as. Quite reserved.

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

    Like it, it is a sexy car overall.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes, but I would consider the compressor and get the power across the range with the added super charger.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Possibly a younger compressor, I have the fast car bug!

  • Buying experience

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Didn't buy from a dealer

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £1,200

    When did you buy the car?

    February 2013

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    What was the dealer like?

  • Driving it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Fuel economy is ok, I get 33/34mpg (which is more than the 32mpg stated by Toyota). But at the higher revs the economy goes out of the window - but who cares is sounds amazing and holds the road well.

    What's it like to park?

    Easy, its still a little car at heart!

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Rear brakes needed changing, but that is normal wear and tear. No problems!

    What's most practical about your car?

    Decent boot for a hot hatch and the space in the cabin is good.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    VVTL-i is amazing at 6200 rpm.