Vauxhall Astra TwinTop (2006 - 2010) 1.6 16V Sport (115bhp) 2d (2008/08) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
My kids say its my mid life crisis!
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
It looks great, especially with the roof down.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Not a chance, have sold it after a month, could not live with the noises, or fuel economy,worst decision I ever made. Sorry Vauxhall, no quality.
What are you likely to buy next?
Having an Audi A3 Convertible.
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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?
£6,800
When did you buy the car?
March 2012
Did you get a good deal and why?
Part exchanged an Audi A3, Got a very good deal.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
I wanted a modern convertible after owning an mgf, really enjoyed the mgf experience so thought this would be a good way to move on from that.
What was the dealer like?
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Good to drive, responsive steering.
What's it like to park?
Nightmare to reverse without parking sensors, and I am a confident driver.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
The roof rattles, the radio is tempremental, there is no temp gauge, the fuel economy is average to say the least. It makes all sorts of weird noises.
What's most practical about your car?
The boot is very big with the roof up.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
The roof is a work of art, when it is operated.
