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What's your opinion on the Xsara?
whts your opinion on citoen xzara 2004, coupe, vtr, 1.4 petrol
Our answer:
Hi Tony,
Not bad actually. Simple, cheap (these days and back then) and reasonably mechanically rugged. Just try and make sure it comes with plenty of history.
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