1999 Nissan Primera GTSE review from UK and Ireland

One or two annoying rattles and squeaks coming from the rear view mirror, dashboard and seats. Warming up the interior usually does the trick but it's not what I expected from a 19k car to be honest. Group 17 (out of 20) insurance?! Everyone thinks it's my dad's.... Switch engine off when filling up with petrol or fuel gauge won't register.

For a car this size, fast! 0-60mph (2nd gear) 8.5 secs. Top speed 130+. Very safe and surefooted, inspires confidence (and recklessness). Motorway cruising is a near effortless pleasure, though cruise control would be nice as the car seems keen to land me on the wrong side of the law. The GTSE has nice 16" alloys, full leather interior, aluminium console and a MoMo gearstick. The bigger wheels make a huge difference, it really stands out from other GTs. No-one has ever said my Primera looks boring. It's practical too, 40+mpg if you stick around 80mph though boot it and you'll think someone pulled the plug out of your fuel tank.