Vauxhall Astra Hatchback (2004 - 2010) 1.6i 16V Elite (115ps) 5d (2007/57) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

A standard car with some nice features. Sensible and practical.

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

They like it as a passanger but having driven their cars myself it wouldn't make for a smooth drive.

Would you buy this car again and why?

I would be with a more powerful, diesel engine with as many features / gadgets as possible.

What are you likely to buy next?

Peugeot 308 - new style to be released 2014.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchised

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£0

When did you buy the car?

August 2008

Did you get a good deal and why?

The car was reasonably priced for the age and mileage of the car. They offered me the same for my part-ex as the other manufacturers dealers I had visited.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

I was looking for a car that was cheap to run and maintain than the Alfa Romeo I had.

What was the dealer like?

The buying process was easy but when I collected the car it had not been valeted, the service book was not stamped and I was misled about the previous owner.

What's it like to drive?

It is not the quietest or smoothest car to drive. The 1.6 petrol engine doesn't give much power on acceloration but cruises nicely once speed limits are reached.

What's it like to park?

Easy to park.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Nothing.

What's most practical about your car?

Automatic headlights and rain sensor windscreen wipers.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

This was a top of the range model with full leather trim, heated seats, remote stereo controls etc. I liked the trim level in comparison to other models at that time.