Vauxhall Astra Estate 1.6i Club 5d Auto (99) (1999/T) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Air conditioning still a bit of a bonus in '99.
Costs
Good ecomony if not driven too hard, for an Auto.
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On the road
Driving
Sharp. Corners better than a Golf!
Performance
What do you expect from an 8v auto? Not bad but, lacking overtaking power between 50 and 70.
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Living with it
Reliability
Good, but for a major computer control problem with gearbox, now solved.
Image
Solid, sensible choice, but not very classy or sporty!
Comfort
Seats supportive over long journeys. Very easy to drive and reach controls (except radio).
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Security and Service
Security
Immobiliser, Deadlocks. Seems quite good.
Service
Wanted me to drive 7 miles to garage with gearbox problem, which meant the car would only do about 10mph!
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
New
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes