Vauxhall Astra Estate (1998 - 2004) 1.7 TD LS 5d (1998/S) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Unsure, but I would imagine it wouldn't be too exciting.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Unsure.
Would you buy this car again and why?
No. It is too slow and uncomfortable.
What are you likely to buy next?
Unsure.
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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?
£400
When did you buy the car?
August 2012
Did you get a good deal and why?
I got a good deal, in my opinion. It was a cheap diesel and ticked all the boxes for me.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
I needed the space and practicality that the Astra estate offered.
What was the dealer like?
N/A
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Not very nice. It is noisy, very slow and under powered. It isn't very comfortable but it is a great mile muncher and it is good on diesel.
What's it like to park?
Okay, it may be an estate but it isn't very long.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Clutch failed, followed by both window regulators, and it needed a new coil pack.
What's most practical about your car?
Space, fuel economy.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Basic spec, very little options.
