Vauxhall Astra Hatchback (2004 - 2010) 1.7 CDTi Elite (100ps) 5d (2005/54) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
nothing much really - should have bought something witha bit more style!
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
At the moment it's a disastra according to my mates....
Would you buy this car again and why?
No... too unreliable my alfa 156 never let me down like this!
What are you likely to buy next?
The alfa tempation is still there... but probably an Audi...
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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?
£10,495
When did you buy the car?
November 2005
Did you get a good deal and why?
Pretty good, 6 months old and over £6k off list, with a good trade in too...
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
I needed a diesel due to tha mount of miles I do
What was the dealer like?
Painless!
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Ok... apart from in the wet it the back steps out if you lift off or have to brake on an island
What's it like to park?
Easy... good visibility
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Alternator and Air con compressor went at 37k miles, air con hasn't worked properly since and still in the garage being looked at, 3 seat frames due to creaky seats, 2 stereos...
What's most practical about your car?
Comfy seats, did 3500 miles around europe last year with no pain
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
electronic folding mirrors and heated seats are a god send in the winter!
