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  • Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

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

    Don't care what they think.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Not planning to sell it in the near future.

    What are you likely to buy next?

  • Buying experience

    3 out of 5 3.0

    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?

    July 2003

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Just love it.

    What was the dealer like?

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Smooth and refined on A roads but feels underpowered on motorway speeds.

    What's it like to park?

    Piece of cake.

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Battery and wiring had to be changed, rear wash tube replaced, cambelt and tensioner changed. Service costs are very expensive at dealers.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Just an every day car. Fit for all occasions.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    I like the smoothness, comfort and refined feel inside more than anything else.