Vauxhall Corsa Hatchback (2006 - 2014) 1.2 16V Active 5d Easytronic (2010/59) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

You have money to waste.

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

Nice colour.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Never

What are you likely to buy next?

Peugeot 206.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchised

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£7,000

When did you buy the car?

January 2012

Did you get a good deal and why?

The deal was poor inretrospect. warrant was fine but price was non negotiable.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Thought it would be cheap to run.

What was the dealer like?

Poor service at tiem of sale and afterwards at servivce point.

What's it like to drive?

A pain. motorway driving will leave you with tired legs and the vibrations will undoubtedly tire you before you get to to your detination. starting up is good but expect to take time demisting as the blowers are slow to demist. easy drive with smooth gears but seats are uncomfortabe and will result in bum ache after a days driving.

What's it like to park?

Good, lots of glass to see through. elderly people may require parking sensors but as expected no frills with this car.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Many things have not been right. the engine is a poor poerfromer, not willing in any way even though it is a 1.2. I recall even the early datsuns of lower engine size beign perkier and that saying soemthing. the central locaking is a pain with having to double click the key fob to open dors.

What's most practical about your car?

Boot space.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Non