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  • Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    I feel I got value for money buying second hand and still have a very desirable car.

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

    They are surprised at the all round economy for such a quick car.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes Definately.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    A newer tdi, but not for a couple more years.

  • Buying experience

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Independent

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £6,900

    When did you buy the car?

    March 2012

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Reasonable deal as part exchanging big engine mercedes.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Performance with ecconomy.

    What was the dealer like?

    Small local dealer, who sells mainly vans but also a few cars, very friendly, no pressure.

  • Driving it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Being an automatic its very easy to drive, loads of torque from tdi engine.

    What's it like to park?

    Easy peasy.

  • Living with it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Nothing has gone wrong to-date ,but had to renew a few things at MOT time, just general ware and tear.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Great performance while still very ecomomical.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Electric sun roof.