Vauxhall Astra Estate (1998 - 2004) 1.6i LS 5d (AC) (2000/W) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
It says "I own an Astra Estate" !
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
We have two teenage sons & they fight to sit behind mum when I'm driving. I am a 'Clarkson-esque' 6' 4" & need the driver's seat all the way back to drive comfortably so whoever sits behind me tends to be uncomfortable.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Wife would, she likes the Astra Estate
What are you likely to buy next?
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchise
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£5,000
When did you buy the car?
January 2003
Did you get a good deal and why?
Yes, high mileage
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Wife bought it as a replacement for K plate astra estate.
What was the dealer like?
Usual - friendly, all smiles, helpful...
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Great fun to drive, power when needed, happy to cruise at speed, not too much wind noise
What's it like to park?
Easy to park, although high body & low driving position does pose some problems - but the mirrors are really great.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Plastic trim below front skirt keeps falling off. Plastic trim clipped to tailgate keeps falling off
What's most practical about your car?
Reliable, reasonable economy & like all Astras, great fun to drive.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
