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  • Summary

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Er- people probably think I am a boy racer, which may be true!

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

    They like it but pity me for the fuel bills.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes, because it is so hard to find a better practical performance car as good as this at this price.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Its difficult to upgrade from this car, so I'd buy the new R Golf when the day comes to buy a newer one.

  • 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?

    £8,000

    When did you buy the car?

    January 2013

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    I thought it was a good price for the mileage and condition.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Performance, every day usability.

    What was the dealer like?

    N/a

  • Driving it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Amazing!

    What's it like to park?

    Be careful not to curb those diamond cut alloys.....

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    None

    What's most practical about your car?

    4 wheel drive therefore great in winter and the wet.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Rocket ship performance, great sports seats.