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  • Summary

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Practical

    What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

    Not sure. My wife likes it and is happy to drive it.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Definitely. Reliable, comfortable and very economical.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Another Astra or any Vauxhall.

  • Buying experience

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchised

    Did you buy this car new?

    Yes

    What price did you pay?

    £17,500

    When did you buy the car?

    January 2014

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Excellent deal. good discount, plus partners discount and good part exchange. Plus 0% finance.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Traded in Vectra Estate at 126,000 miles and wanted an estate again. plumped for the Astra.

    What was the dealer like?

    Superb. Good advice, very helpful.

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Superb, fast and responsive and now that my back is accustomed to the seat very comfortable. Has huge amount of power and is great on motorways. but is also fun on the back roads.

    What's it like to park?

    Easy.

  • Living with it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Had the car for 14 months have put 30,000 on the clock. Other than regular servicing all good.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Size of the car, great load carrier.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    DAB Radio.