Vauxhall Astra Hatchback (2009 - 2015) 1.7 CDTi 16V Exclusiv 5d (2010/10) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Someone who likes quality, but not gonna spend over the top for it.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
They like it, posh was the word.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Not this specific model, for a 1.7 diesel it's not economical at all, I average 43mpg, that's just normal A road and a tiny bit of town driving, not being driven hard at all either.
What are you likely to buy next?
Mondeo, A4 estate.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchised
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£9,500
When did you buy the car?
October 2012
Did you get a good deal and why?
Got a good deal cause I knew someone at the dealer, knocked £1000 off the price.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Good quality at a reasonable price, practical and economy.
What was the dealer like?
Fine, no issues so far, had to take the car back for a faulty fuel gauge and had it replaced no problem.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Fine to drive, handles good, comfortable seating position, quiet, no issues there. A bit of power when you need it too.
What's it like to park?
I'm used to parking a long wheel base van, so easy.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Faulty fuel gauge.
What's most practical about your car?
Big boot, tabs for roof bars.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
The semi automatic lights are quite handy, stops me leaving the lights on and flattening the battery.
