Citroen C3 1.4i

...an all new car for Citroen and it slots into the range between the soon to be replaced Saxo and the bigger Xsara. It's a compact 5 door supermini, which competes against familiar models such as the Vauxhall Corsa, Ford Fiesta and Renault Clio. Don't be fooled by the word "compact" though, as it is suprisingly spacious inside with ample room for 4 adults, or 5 for shorter journeys. The 5 doors make access easy and the boot is large for the class - ...
...and Exclusive models above. Citroen cannot be accused of skimping on standard equipment as all C3's come with power steering, 4 airbags, RDS stereo, front electric windows, tinted glass, speed sensitive windscreen wipers, remote central locking with deadlocks, an engine immobiliser and a fully adjustable steering wheel. The Desire model adds a single CD player and air-conditioning to this comprehensive list. Higher spec models feature toys such as ...

raveydavey 31.08.2003 (07.02.2004) · Read full review
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I purchased my citroen C3 approximately eight months ago in a metallic red and it was my first ever brand new car. Previous to this I owned a second hand mini and so the difference between the two was staggering. My first point must be about safety as this was my main reason for purchasing the car. My mini had absolutely no safety features and was even named by friends and family as death-trap mini. The citroen C3 however has a 4 star safety rating, ...
...encountered regarding the dealer. Preston's Citroen dealership was extremely useful initially but the delivery was delayedthree times. The sales rep dealing with me avoided my calls after it was delayed for a second time and actually had to ask to be dealt with by the manager. I received a temporary car with petrol included and the manager gave me another free tank of petrol, shine guard for the paint work and car mats for free to compensate me. ...

Luce1986 15.12.2005 · Read full review
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...ran out it's as if Citroen pushed a magic button which told the car to destroy all the expensive bits in the enginge and electrics. First the middle of a pouring rain storm the windscreen wipers decide that they've had enought and dont want to work at all. I took into my local dealer where I bought it from (Wilmoths Battle) and they explained that it was probably the fuse board. The replaced that at a cost of £30 and handed me back the car. Days ...
...a trailer back upto my citroen dealership. They then explain that they cant do anything about the problem as 'they're too booked up', Probably with more problem cars. They then tell me that that no courtesy cars are available so I would have to rent a car at a generous discount from Citroen (all of £10) This worked out at £20 a day and to this day I've payed over £150-00 for this rent a car. They then ring me saying that the teeth on the gearbox ...

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...mother bought a brand new Citroen C3 1.4 HDi SX from our local dealer. The C3 was chosen because of its size, equipment levels, and very reasonable price. I'm sure that the 'cute' looks had nothing to do with the decision to buy... Firstly, the good bits! The diesel engine is available with two power outputs and it was the more powerful version (92bhp) that was selected. This engine is a marvel - the power output is very impressive for such a small ...
...for its poor braking and Citroen sought to address this in its replacement. The result is a car that stops if you even so much as look at the middle pedal! The specification includes disc brakes all round with ABS and EBD (electronic brakeforce distribution), 4 airbags and height adjustable seatbelts. There is a nifty warning buzzer which can be preset to chime when a certain speed is exceeded - not quite cruise control, but the next best thing! ...

BARNEYM1979 03.02.2004 (06.05.2004) · Read full review
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I have had my silver 1.4 Desire now for a whole month and love it. I find it extremely comfortable to drive and so far have nothing to complain about as far as servicing or bits dropping off are concerned. My only gripe is the large posts on each corner (Sorry don't know the technical term) which can get in the way a bit when checking for other traffic etc. Also I have a child seat in the back and find that I have to have the passenger seat pulled ...
...(he's only 2 ) are pressed up against the back of the passenger seat. I have also had a bit of difficulty fitting the Britax seat correctly- which is a pretty common one and is supposed to fit most cars. I do however like all the gadgets and the width of the seats. Once I had fiddled on with the drivers seat to get it just right I find it the most comfortable car I have driven. The boot is huge - a novelty in small cars. The removable ashtray/rubbish ...

glajma 09.10.2004 · Read full review
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I've had my C3 for nearly six weeks and i love it. Its one year old and drives like a dream!!! The C3 Desire comes with CD player, electric windows, immobiliser, two air bags and air con all as standard. Its also got power steering (you may think 'Big Deal!' but i was driving around in an old renault clio with no power steering so this is pure luxury!!!) I love the digital display but have heard that these can freeze and you have to turn the engine ...
...i don't know. Mine seems to be fine! The only bad point about this car is that the front seats are slightly too long in the seat. They could do with being about 1-2 inches shorter so that your legs sit more comfortably. Petrol consumption is average - i do roughly 230 miles per week for about £30.00. The stereo has a good sound with six speakers. The interior of the car is ok, nothing spectacular. This is a spacious car suitable for a small family ...

stef1 03.05.2005 · Read full review
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My C3 is now 9 months old and I really like the car, especially the front seating arrangement, I dont think that there is another small car on the market that gives you such a high driving position. Getting in to any other car makes you feel like you are sitting on the floor! My C3 is pearlescent wicked red and doesnt seem to need washing very much which is an added bonus as far as I am concerned. I got the 1.4 HDI 16v SX Diesel version which gives ...
...fog lights etc. The air con was a bonus this summer, it may not get much use in other british summers though. It seems very nippy for a diesel and I think it may be the car to dispel the myths that diesels are noisy, dirty, sluggish etc etc. It is definitely none of these. It now has 7000 miles on the clock and although i have niggles with the car, i will bring them up at its next service and hopefully they will be sorted out. I get around 60 - ...

seamaster30 30.01.2004 · Read full review
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My secondhand C3 is seen more at the mechanic than actually driving around town. I have experienced every possible breakdown a car could suffer with this vehicle. From windows that would not go down to the engine breakingdown in the middle of a motoryway, the C3 was an array of bad experiences. ...

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