Vauxhall Astra Hatchback (1998 - 2005) 2.0 DTi 16V LS 5d (AC) (2001/Y) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Zip
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Loud, noisy. Sounds like an old taxi or a tractor.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Not this particular one, but I'd definitely have another Vauxhall.
What are you likely to buy next?
Already got the diesel 307. Cheap and comfy and full of gadgets.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Independent
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£4,995
When did you buy the car?
April 2005
Did you get a good deal and why?
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Comfy, cheap diesel.
What was the dealer like?
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
It's heavy and sluggish, but I have done some miles in her and I have always enjoyed driving her. My new 307, which is better in every respect on paper just isn't as good a drive.
What's it like to park?
Nice turning circle. Piece of cake to park.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
I have had the car from 40,000 to 125,000 (I'm now selling it) and all that has gone wrong is a brake calliper and the air con unit. It's a work horse.
What's most practical about your car?
Big old boot.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Errrrr, the air con? It's got no gadgets!
