Vauxhall Frontera (1991 - 2003) 2.2 DTi 5d (1998/S) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Looks good and is reliable. A practical tool without spending a fortune on younger and more expensive/less reliable 4x4s which do the same job.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Would you buy this car again and why?
I've tried a TD5, old and newer Shoguns, Jeep Cherokee, Izuzu Troopers and none offer the driving pleasure, good mpg and low purchase and running costs of the DTi Frontera. My car has done 54000 miles in 7 months, mostly towing a car trailer, has been mega-tough and reliable, and all for £650.
What are you likely to buy next?
Frontera DTi 5-door.
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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?
£650
When did you buy the car?
August 2015
Did you get a good deal and why?
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Previous Frontera was excellent.
What was the dealer like?
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Very car-like and quite low-feeling on the road. Superb handling, very precise and little body roll. Even with a loaded/unloaded car trailer it can be driven swiftly. Satisfyingly precise gear-shift too. Pretty quick for a diesel.
What's it like to park?
Really easy, good visibility and precise steering. Tailgate glass can be opened to talk to people behind if manouvering a trailer in tight spots.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
No
What's most practical about your car?
Plenty of room to sleep in the back, with a nice flat floor and room to stretch. Tows absolutely superbly. Split tailgate can be useful.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
