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  • Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Nothing much, cos i dont particularly care.

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

    Never had any complaints or stares. get a few comments of "nice car mate". although had a few hairdressers car comments from the lads at work.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes, cheap to buy and run and looks great

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Looking to buy a celica VVTi

  • Buying experience

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Didn't buy from a dealer

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £10,000

    When did you buy the car?

    September 2003

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Yes, Bought it from a friend who worked at a Vauxhall Dealership

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Good Looks at a good price

    What was the dealer like?

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Drives great, bit bumpy due to the stiff suspension and low profile tyres. could do with a little more of the mark, but if you want that buy the turbo and pay the extra insurance.

    What's it like to park?

    Not the best for reverse parking as you cant see out the back window, probably dificult for shorter folke.

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Nothing gone wrong which shouldnt have.

    What's most practical about your car?

    good MPG and low insurance

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    LOOKS great as standard with 17" wheels alacantra half leather, suede interior and all the other sporty gadgetery.