HI Robert, hope you are doing well. I am looking to buy a car like this in few days. Can you give me some advice? It’s a 66 number plates 1.6 diesel and has a 78k on clock. Thx a lot. Mery Christmas

@@radubanari Hi Radu, sorry, I’ve only just seen your response, I should look daily for comments. There is not a lot to say, just get one if you’ve the budget for one. The go to hatch for this class of car is the Golf equivalent, I guess. They must outsell the Civic 4-1 in the UK,which is a shame. The only advantage I can see from reading motoring publications, is that the Golf has more shoulder room in the back and some folk may feel the visibility out the back is better. However, the engine, gearbox trunk/boot, reliability, seating configurations, amount of kit, price and looks(in my opinion) are all superior. The only issue I’ve had with it, is that a glow plug has just failed, which is not unusual in a diesel. In practice, it’s not an issue, it starts everytime, first time, it just means a light comes up on the dash. The thing that really stood out for me, is the quietness, the smoothness of ride and the unreal fuel economy. It handles well, is super stable, really quiet on the motorway, wind noise is near non existent, there are no squeaks, rattles or vibrations, it really is that good. The torque is a surprise for a 1.6 unit, hit only 2000 revs and it takes off out of a roundabout, it has a really good turn of speed. Space wise, it’s great for moving stuff around, drop the back seats and it’s like a small van and there is a large compartment under the boot floor, for keeping essentials out the way and the rest of the boot tidy. the magic seats are super handy, too. I knew they were good before I bought one, I was just surprised it how good it has been though. I wouldn’t give it a second thought, in the class, I think they are almost certainly the best bet.

@@itsallrobbish thx a lot mate for your reply!! I just bought that car and I am so happy ! The smoothness of the gearbox is amazing, a pleasure to drive! Best wishes for you and thx a lot again!

@@davecooke4009 Spot on, enjoy!

yep im afraid the "i dont need an appointment brigade are causing a lot of problems, i can well see now why Doctors receptionists are so nasty

​@@BarrieCrampton I work in McDoanlds , atm we are letting people sit in the restaurant, but only upto 52 people max, more try to come in , you explain why, and they are like , "What's an extra two people going to do" , Umm the way the restaurant is setup for YOUR SAFETY ! We can't do it , but your can't win with the public sometimes

The purdy channel yep, its fantastic

I agree

Thanks, I want to be known for selling nice cars, not killing all my customers

You are welcome, thanks for watching and taking the time to leave a comment 👍

I have reserved a blue 2017 sport tourer to pick up in a couple of weeks. I have had a 2007 2.2ctdi EX civic from new and absolutely love it but at 15 years old and 118000 miles it's starting to cost me some money in faults so I'm part exing against the tourer at a honda dealer. Will miss my 2007 Civic very much but looking forward to the 2017 sport tourer. 😀

Loads of dynos have recorded these things at over 130bhp from standard

I think the Civic would perhaps hold its value better, but i like the simple lines of the Focus

stephen parker will have a look tomorrow 👍 thanks for the info much appreciated

I think that’s only if you have an android phone.

saves wear and tear on the transmission and running gear

Correct I’ve done it for Years

The road where i normally video the cars was a dead end but now its been opened to through traffic and i cant find a quiet road to make the videos in my old style

I consider that to be the maximum acceptable mileage for any used car, and the further below it you can go, the better. The most reliable car can be problematic if it's been driven wrong, and the worst car can be brilliant if taken care of, but after 60k miles you can't have any guarantee whatsoever

sorry I dont know what you mean?