Vauxhall Nova Hatchback (1983 - 1994) 1.2 Merit 5d (1992/J) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Poor student
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Friends think its a joke, family just think it;s a car
Would you buy this car again and why?
If i was hard up, then yes.
What are you likely to buy next?
A Korean white good of some sort, such as a Hyundai Elantra - simply because I want to see how dull they are in comparison to a Nova!
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Didn't buy from a dealer
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£400
When did you buy the car?
November 2006
Did you get a good deal and why?
I don't know, it was advertised in the paper and parents bought it.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
First car
What was the dealer like?
N/A
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Nippy through the gears for a 1.2, though the handling is dire - body roll aplenty. Easy to drive.
What's it like to park?
Due to thin pillars and big windows, fairly easy despite no PAS.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Battery died, Hazard light switch became stuck in the on position, Carburettor became blocked.
What's most practical about your car?
Five Doors, roomy in the front and back, decent sized boot
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
