Vauxhall Astra Hatchback 1.6i 16V Arctic 5d (1997/P) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
There are better cars for the same price.
Costs
DIY from Halfords.
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On the road
Driving
If you want a car that handles, avoid Vauxhall.
Performance
It's an Astra, they don't do perfomance.
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Living with it
Reliability
It's like the wife, it does what it wants, when it wants.
Image
If you own an Astra you don't have an image.
Comfort
Awkward, only slightly adequate passengers get more than driver.
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Security and Service
Security
Nobody nicks Vauxhall's, especially Astras.
Service
It's being sold before it needs a service.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Dull, boring and lifeless.
Other
Why did I buy this car?
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
No