Vauxhall Astra Hatchback 1984-
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    It cost £425 but has needed £200 spending.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very cheap spares (except body panels).

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Loads better than the standard car

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Not as quick as a 205 GTi but not far off.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    So far, so good - for a car with 140,000 miles.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Not many about... is that cool?

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Brilliant standard Recaros. Suspension crashes a bit.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    1 out of 5 1.0

    You can break into it with a spoon…

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Injection thermo failed but otherwise OK.

    Other

    Watch out for dodgy wiring!

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes