Vauxhall Astra Sport Hatch (2005 - 2010) 1.9 16V CDTi Design (150ps) 3d (2006/56) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
That i like a nice looking car
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
They liked the styling and colour
Would you buy this car again and why?
Definitely not
What are you likely to buy next?
BMW 1 series diesel, hope this will be reliable
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchise
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£12,000
When did you buy the car?
September 2007
Did you get a good deal and why?
Not really, haggled got a bit more for part/exchange
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
wanted a diesel like the look and shape of car
What was the dealer like?
Ok polite, normally are when they want your buisness
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Very good to drive, not lacking in power especially up hills and speed there when you want it,found it a bit uncomfortable though on a long run, rear vision needs getting used to.
What's it like to park?
No problems, but limited rear view
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Car was year old when purchased 4000 miles, new clutch at 18000 under warranty, 3 breakdowns failing to start and egr valve blocking up twice, and finally new gearbox at 34000 miles 4 months out of warranty £1500 vauxhall not helpful. Got to the stage where we were scared to take car out, now sitting on drive cant wait to get shot of it.
What's most practical about your car?
Good on fuel, nice to drive when going.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Auto lights, and anti glare drivers mirror sports mode
