Vauxhall Frontera (1991 - 2003) 2.2 DTi Limited 5d (2000/W) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Reliability, individuality.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Looks nice, has been reliable and can carry almost anything.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes, this is my second Frontera. I have found ownership easy as there are lots of groups and car clubs. I have three now in the immediate family
What are you likely to buy next?
Something with 4wd - do not like the Antara fron Vauxhall so may be a Mitsubishi or Kia next.
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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?
£3,000
When did you buy the car?
November 2007
Did you get a good deal and why?
Good deal - low mileage and got £600 for an old Vectra diesel
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Good MPG, good off-road ability.
What was the dealer like?
The dealer was excellent, no problems.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Drives very well, can return 38 to the gallon, good road presence and plenty of room, drives well off-road.
What's it like to park?
Very easy - has brillant lock and rear wheel drive so can turn better than front wheel drive motors.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Vacuum pipe detached but was just an easy fix got information from www.fronteratech.co.uk forum. Speed sensor for diesel pump, coolant sensor but it is 13 years old now with over 140,000 miles on the clock.
What's most practical about your car?
Easy to drive, good MPG, ideal dual-purpose vehicle. I do 500 miles a week in this on the motorway and spend the weekend off roading.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Heated mirrors, electric windows and selectable 4wd system.
