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  • Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Its a family car - albeit a smart looking one

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

    They like it

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Possibly, too early to say.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Don't know yet.

  • 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?

    £0

    When did you buy the car?

    October 2007

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Bought privately

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Practicality reasons - we have a baby on the way and a large dog

    What was the dealer like?

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Very good, plenty of power and acceleration is good bearing in mind it weighs 1300KG. Sharp handling and comfortable ride.

    What's it like to park?

    Easy enough but unable to see the extreme front.

  • 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?

    Huge boot space and plenty of rear legroom

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Half leather - considering this is a higher than average spec it doesn't have loads of extras, ie multi CD or fuel computer