• Summary

    3 out of 5 3.0

    What does this car say about you?

    I thought it was okay, but.....(see below)

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

    everyone else asked where I kept my trilby hat and driving gloves...

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes for economy and engine...but a big NO for handling, running costs, reliability, etc. So on, balance nope.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    BMW 3 series or Mercedes C Class

  • 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?

    £4,750

    When did you buy the car?

    April 2008

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    yes bought via ebay, but viewed the car before bidding.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    diesel,right price, looked good in black

    What was the dealer like?

    n/a

  • Driving it

    3 out of 5 3.0

    What's it like to drive?

    good cruiser, great for overtaking, corners were never a favourite though handling was pretty poor.

    What's it like to park?

    not great, had the turning circle of an oil tanker, 5 point turn in multi storey carparks.

  • Living with it

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    oh yes, clutch needed replacing, brake discs, suspension mount, dash electronics died meaning everything else electronic did the same.central locking, all instruments, etc..

    What's most practical about your car?

    economy was always good, comfortable seats, excellent engine.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    cruise control, remote audio controls.