Vauxhall Astra Coupe 2.2i 16v Bertone 2d (2001/Y) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Great value sports car and it's only insurance group 12 for a 2.2!
Costs
Repairs few and far between and even then, it's a Vauxhall, not a BMW. Very reasonable.
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On the road
Driving
Very smooth, relaxed driving (especially with Cruise Control). However, can handle any corner at any speed if your in the mood!
Performance
1st and 2nd gear not all that quick. Stick it in 3rd and away you go!
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Living with it
Reliability
Starts first time, every time. The AA love me because i pay them every year and they do diddly squat!
Image
Car looks Great. Girls have started to notice me!
Comfort
Same interior as normal Astra's (I used to own one). Vauxhall wouldn't have sold very many if they weren't comfortable. Enough said!
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Security and Service
Security
Vauxhall alarm + immobiliser with deadlocks AS STANDARD. The alarm is very sensitive though. Dont leave your windows down when you leave the car, I promise you the alarm will go off within a few minutes! Having said that, my coupes still on the drive-way.
Service
Car usually has to be booked in 3 weeks in advance if I want a free courtesy car. Handy to have though.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Front bushes needed replaced but there are VERY big speed bumps in my street.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes