Vauxhall Astra Hatchback 1.6i Club 5d Auto (1999/T) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Air Con as standard.
Costs
It's a Vauxhall.
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On the road
Driving
Surprisingly good handling. Excellent cornering. Steering loads up slightly at low speed.
Performance
Reasonable from an 8v auto, but nothing stunning. Could have more mid-upper range pull.
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Living with it
Reliability
Some ICU problems, but otherwise excellent.
Image
Solid choice, but not as sharp as a 3dr Focus or as classy as a Golf.
Comfort
Stevenage to Manchester (180 miles) and no pains!
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Security and Service
Security
Deadlocks and Immobiliser.
Service
When ICU failed and car would only go 5mph, the garage suggested I drive it to them!
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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