Vauxhall Frontera (1991 - 2003) 2.2 DTi 5d (1999/T) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Utilitarian.

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

Everybody out here in the country has something similar so it doesn't get noticed.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Yes - it has reliable and very functional. It is relatively low tech so easy to fix.

What are you likely to buy next?

Something similar

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchise

Did you buy this car new?

Yes

What price did you pay?

£0

When did you buy the car?

March 1999

Did you get a good deal and why?

Good deal, was their demonstrator vehicle with few miles on the clock.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Family vehicle, needed capacity for a lot of kit, dog and to tow and launch a boat off a stony beach.

What was the dealer like?

Excellent local dealer. Minor niggles sorted without any question.

What's it like to drive?

Fine for me - its a diesel 4wd not a sports car! Good visibility. Comfortable enough on long journeys.

What's it like to park?

Actually pretty good - good visibilty helps.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Yes - but I have had it for over ten years and done 180,000 miles. Replaced the following; Mass Flow Meter Diesel injection pump. (refurb fitted £700) Front brake discs (my fault drove on worn pads)

What's most practical about your car?

Solid vehicle, great for hauling 'kit' around. Ideal for living in the country and it easily wades streams/floods. Pretty good in 4wd with chunky tyres fitted.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Tow bar ! 4wd switch on the fly.