New Citroen C1 models launched

I have a friend who is a Cit dealer, he and his fellow work mates have all told me never to buy one of these cars due to the build quality and totally non reliability...I have also driven one and found them not to my taste..I have no way of course in verifiying what they say.

I bought my Citroen C1 Code in May this year. I have been absolutely delighted with it and already have amassed 10000 miles. It returns over 60mpg (I managed 63.4mpg in one week).

Despite some reviews I find the ride quite good for a small car (much better than my old Smart car) and engine noise is perfectly acceptable.

True the boot is small but the split seats allow me to put loads of room in the back - even with one person in the back and just one seat folded down. There is still plenty of room for the weekly shop without needing to fold the rear seats though.

The leather/alcantara seats, chrome trim and (additional) air conditioning add a touch of luxury making it a superb little car that handles well for its class with super light steering.

If you want sportiness, so long as you make good use of the gear box - it is surprisingly nippy for a 1000cc engine.