Vauxhall Astra Estate (1998 - 2004) 1.6i 16V LS 5d (AC) (1998/R) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

I'm a boring but pratical and money saving young man!

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

Does the job.

Would you buy this car again and why?

A bit boring but has been very reliable.

What are you likely to buy next?

I've already purchased a Audi A4 TDI S-Line.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Didn't buy from a dealer

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£0

When did you buy the car?

September 2005

Did you get a good deal and why?

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Needed a family car after owning a VW Golf 1.8

What was the dealer like?

What's it like to drive?

Engine's a bit dead, but holds the road well.

What's it like to park?

Hard to see the end of the bonnet and I'm 6'3" and sit quite upright. Otherwise just a case of getting use to it.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Apart from the usual, both front calipers 6 months apart, BFR exhaust sensor, different suspesion arms and a door lock.

What's most practical about your car?

Quite a large boot.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

AC