Vauxhall Insignia Hatchback (2009 - 2017) 1.8i 16V Exclusiv 5d (2009/59) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Nothing extravagant
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Looks ok
Would you buy this car again and why?
No way
What are you likely to buy next?
Volkswagen Passat or Honda Accord
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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?
£13,650
When did you buy the car?
December 2010
Did you get a good deal and why?
No, I could have got at the same price without scrappage scheme
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Looked good as well as on paper
What was the dealer like?
OK when buying but very unhelpful and in denial if you have a fault
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Its ok on a flat surface, but if you use clutch control on biting say on a slow uphill queue, then the clutch will smoke like mad!
What's it like to park?
Very difficult, rear view is poor and side view on passing traffic is poor too.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Yes, instantly, the sales rep mentioned there was a smell from the clutch which was 'temporary', but later turns out to be an inherent problem either because of the design or manufacturing process or materials which the main dealers are refusing to rectify?
What's most practical about your car?
Its not particularly practical
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Steering wheel feels good
