Vauxhall Astra Estate (1991 - 1998) 1.6i 16V GLS 5d (1995/N) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Not a lot
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Good for the price I paid.
Would you buy this car again and why?
No they're getting old but if i needed another cheapy i would go for another.
What are you likely to buy next?
Either an alfa or something japanese
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Didn't buy from a dealer
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£380
When did you buy the car?
January 2006
Did you get a good deal and why?
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Just as a cheap runaround
What was the dealer like?
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
When i first drove the car I was surprised at how well it performed. It doesn't handle particularly well even with the 40mm drop I've had. In a straight line it is so strong for a 1.6 thats done 143k. It pulls like a train and has bags of low down torque and power. Very pleased.
What's it like to park?
Easy all round visability is very good.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
I had to replace a seal on the master brake cylinder and the lamda sensor. I've spent about £200 on it and that included a new MOT
What's most practical about your car?
the space
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Electric windows
