Vauxhall Meriva (2010 - 2017) 1.7 CDTi 16V (130bhp) Exclusiv 5d (2011/61) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Should have kept my Ford Cmax.

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

They all think it could have been a good car if it was better built and without some of the non useful gimmicks.

Would you buy this car again and why?

I would rather eat my own liver than buy another.

What are you likely to buy next?

Ford Cmax.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchised

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£10,000

When did you buy the car?

January 2013

Did you get a good deal and why?

Reasonable deal. Not good but not bad.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Wanted medium sized diesel MPV.

What was the dealer like?

Ok when buying. Trying hard to make a sale. Average professional disinterest. from service dept.

What's it like to drive?

When it's fit for the road it drives well but with slightly heavy steering.

What's it like to park?

All round visibility poor because of the pillars but parking sensors almost help to overcome this.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Loads. Power steering failed 3 times. Leak from intercooler once. 2 relay faliures in engine management system.

What's most practical about your car?

Performance and economy . Decent boot space and drivers leg room.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Cruise control and parking sensors.