Vauxhall Astra Estate (2004 - 2010) 1.7 CDTi 16V Club (100ps) 5d (2005/55) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
It says company car issued to a typical field based engineer all over it. I certainly wouldn't pay for one.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Its good for a trips to the airport, and for occasions where its large boot will be proved handy.
Would you buy this car again and why?
No, I wouldn't part money for one
What are you likely to buy next?
A Ford, they're far more refined and they don't have the plastic feel that all Vauxhalls seem to have. Even set foot inside the new Insignia. Verdict, buy a Mondeo...
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Didn't buy from a dealer
Did you buy this car new?
Yes
What price did you pay?
£0
When did you buy the car?
March 2006
Did you get a good deal and why?
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Didn't get much choice in the matter, its a company car.
What was the dealer like?
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Nice to drive, positive steering feel, great at motorway speeds, absolutely hate it in town. No other commonrail diesel engine I have ever heard sounds as unhealthy as this one, and the scariest thing i was told when i first got it was that its perfectly normal.
What's it like to park?
Good visibility all round. No problems.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Nothing apart from a blown washer fuse.
What's most practical about your car?
Boot space is surprisingly large for a car of its size.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
None, it seems to have less equipment than my dads garaged MK4 Cortina Ghia. Doesn't even have a rear armrest or even cupholders.
