Vauxhall Astra Convertible (2001 - 2005) 1.8 16V 2d (2002/52) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
This car says I'd like a bmw convertible but can't afford one.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Friends are quite impressed with the style neighbours like the fact it's smaller than the rover 75 I had before as we share a parking area.
Would you buy this car again and why?
I would buy another because economy and performance are great and even though new this was the cheapest convertible on the market, it's a very underestimated car.
What are you likely to buy next?
What I'd like to buy next would be a jaguar S type but can't afford one so I'll probably keep this car for a long time.
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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?
£1,800
When did you buy the car?
August 2012
Did you get a good deal and why?
Swapped it for a Rover 75.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Convertible
What was the dealer like?
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Very good to drive but does tend to spin the wheels a bit on pulling away and loses traction in wet & slippery conditions.
What's it like to park?
Parking is easy, good all round visibility.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Thermostat housing/temperature sender unit, it's a one piece unit and is a common fault.
What's most practical about your car?
Being a convertible and having a young child I can fold away the roof for easy access to fit/release the baby seat.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Good stereo with steering wheel controls.