Vauxhall Meriva (2003 - 2010) 1.8 16V Enjoy 5d (2003/53) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
I've got a couple of kids or I'm growing old and need a Car to sit up in.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Not a lot, they could not believe all the faults and the cost of repairs.
Would you buy this car again and why?
NO definitely not, dangerous visibility and very expensive Parts compared to Ford, Citroen, Peugeot.
What are you likely to buy next?
Ford
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Independent
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£1,500
When did you buy the car?
March 2013
Did you get a good deal and why?
No
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Power and Space.
What was the dealer like?
Sneaky
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
1.8 model quite nippy, handles reasonably well but very poor visibility to the front at the side due to Door Pillar blocking view. Very Dangerous design fault.
What's it like to park?
Easy
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Brakes Discs Pads Calliper needed renewing, Brake Pipes corroded, Thermostat faulty, ABS Rings cracked, Throttle Body problems, Clutch failure, finally Power steering failure. The car had only done 58000 miles with service history. A/C not working.
What's most practical about your car?
Reasonable amount of room.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
None
