Vauxhall Astra Estate 1.7 D Merit 5d (1998/R) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Bought secondhand for £3600 three years ago.
Costs
Fantastic fuel economy - a regular 49 mpg.
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On the road
Driving
Nothing too exciting!
Performance
Very leisurely acceleration but cruises well on the motorway.
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Living with it
Reliability
100% reliable until last week!
Comfort
No luxuries at all. Could do with a sunroof - gets very hot on sunny days.
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Security and Service
Service
Always feel like I"m being ripped off at a main dealers - they"re not interested in older cars.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Cam belt failed due to water pump bearing failure.
Other
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes