Vauxhall Astra Hatchback (1998 - 2005) 1.6i Club 5d (2002/02) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
cheap
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
They think I should have bought a Passat or Octavia instead.
Would you buy this car again and why?
no, should have bought the sport instead
What are you likely to buy next?
likely to buy a TDI as I only do 2000 miles a year.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Didn't buy from a dealer
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£40
When did you buy the car?
February 2006
Did you get a good deal and why?
no, paid far too much.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
chrome dials
What was the dealer like?
never been.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
mines not good. its got loads of body roll and the gears stick.
What's it like to park?
not bad but watch the bollards!
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
yes loads. new cambelt, exhaust, tyres every 2000 miles, new gearbox and crankshaft. headgasket also went, I think I had a bad example.
What's most practical about your car?
the folding rear seats
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
chrome dials
