1995 Citroen XM Exclusive CT Turbo review from UK and Ireland

After purchasing the car, the next day the battery was flat as a pancake. The garage came out and replaced the battery.

ABS warning light came on once, briefly, I've heard the lights are a mild concern with the XM.

Electrically adjustable mirrors don't work, checked the fuse and it is OK, probably just loose wiring.

The passengers side rear window refuses to open, again, probably loose wiring, will check soon.

Remote key fob for alarm seems to be non functional, handbook says it needs CR2025 3v batteries, previous batteries were different type, maybe needing new batteries in fob.

This car seems to pull away very quickly, the automatic box changes very smoothly, and Ayr, where I live is a bad place for roundabouts and heavy traffic, this car seems to handle them no problem.

The full leather interior is extremely comfortable and a pleasure to sit in, this is the most comfortable car I have ever been in.

The all round view is excellent, the glass gives a good view, which is handy for parking in Ayr where it is at a premium. However, the car is bigger than my previous Cavalier so it will take some getting used to.

Seems to have a very good quality radio/cassette player.

The vast array of buttons can be a little intimidating at first.

The unconventional handbrake also takes a little getting used to.

Insurance wasn't as bad as I thought, only £77 higher than my previous bog standard Cavalier.

The suspension gives a very smooth ride, this is extremely important in Ayr where the potholes and bumps have bits of road attached. :)

I got mine for £990 with a full service history (and a fresh service just under its belt) and a new MOT.