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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?

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes - economical, fast, large boot.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Audi or a Shogun.

  • 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?

    £5,000

    When did you buy the car?

    November 2005

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    What was the dealer like?

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Best diesel I have ever had. Great on the motorway. Engine is smooth, quiet and economical.

    What's it like to park?

    It can be hard at times (not being able to see the front of the car).

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Water pump failed, killed the Head Gasket. Both headlamps needed replacing due to broken adjusters.

    What's most practical about your car?

    The massive boot.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?