Vauxhall Astra Estate 1.6i 16V GLS 5d (1995/M) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Bought this one from my old company.
Costs
Reasonable servicing costs.
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On the road
Driving
Again, get the rear shocks replaced.
Performance
A little slower than the newer one I have, even though rated the same.
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Living with it
Reliability
Broken cambelt cost 12 valves, please change before service intervals.
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Good for families.
Comfort
Sets hard after 150 mile trips.
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Security and Service
Security
Central locking only on this one - no-one bothered to steal it.
Service
Whilst company car - fine, no issues.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
EGR valve replaced - cambelt failure before service due.
Other
Rear driver's side door electric cable broke, so door wouldn't lock.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
No