Vauxhall Astra Hatchback (1998 - 2005) 1.6i Club 5d (2001/Y) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Safe option
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Safe choice
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes but would prefer the diesel for the fuel savings
What are you likely to buy next?
Another astra, but higher specfiication
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Independent
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£3,000
When did you buy the car?
February 2007
Did you get a good deal and why?
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Replace my mk3 astra
What was the dealer like?
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Drives and handles well, much better than the MK3. The 1.6 8v engine has enough power to cope with modern traffic fine.
What's it like to park?
Parking is very easy, easier than the MK3 in my opinion. Visibility is good all round.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Thermostat was faulty, could only be changed by removing the timing belt. So got the timing belt changed early to do the work.
What's most practical about your car?
Lots of room and access with 5 doors
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Steering controls for the radio
