Vauxhall Astra VXR (2005 - 2010) 2.0T 16V VXR 3d (2008/08) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Bit of a boy racer, but with a bit more style and money.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Think it is great and looks amazing.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes, the car fits the bill for me. But I do like something different everytime.
What are you likely to buy next?
I fancy a new Audi TT but I am told its a bit gay!
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchise
Did you buy this car new?
Yes
What price did you pay?
£15,800
When did you buy the car?
July 2008
Did you get a good deal and why?
Oh yes, bought through the internet from Pentagon Nottingham for 15800 brand new and got a good part ex price.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
The looks, the performance and the price
What was the dealer like?
Very good, always kept me informed when I was getting the car, and when I did the deal to pick the car up it was with a rather tasty bird!
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Amazing. Power is brilliant in every gear and it handles brilliant. I do a lot of motorway miles and it is comfy on there too. Much more so than my previous 2 cars (Fiesta ST and Fabia vRS) Good on fuel for the power (real life 30mpg) The interior is nice to be in and the seats are lovely. The suspension is not rock hard either so driving round town is fine.
What's it like to park?
Not great due to the limited visibility on the rear, but I have never had a problem.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
No.
What's most practical about your car?
Its as practical as any other hatch. I bought it for the looks not to carry luggage round the country everyday.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Start button is cool, but a bit pointless on any car really seeing as you need to carry a key fob. Sport button.
