Vauxhall Astra Estate (2004 - 2010) 1.7 CDTi 16V Club (80ps) 5d (2006/06) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Working man

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

It doesn't exactly have them drooling, but its me who's driving it, so who cares?

Would you buy this car again and why?

I would, i'm changing job,so have to hand it back. I've grown to respect its tenacity,reliablity, and economy.

What are you likely to buy next?

I've bought SEAT Leon, Astra are surprisingly expensive to buy retail, looked at the new one, but its even more so. Got a great scrappage deal for my old Scooby.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Didn't buy from a dealer

Did you buy this car new?

Yes

What price did you pay?

£0

When did you buy the car?

September 2008

Did you get a good deal and why?

N/A

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

It was a company car, no other choices were made available, didn't particularly want it,but...

What was the dealer like?

Well,I ordered Black, and receievd Panacotta, couldn't get any different. Had to meet up with the recipient of my car in Penrith for a handover!

What's it like to drive?

Considering it has so little power on paper, it can shift. Handling and roadholding is excellent, managed to embarass a number of higher performance cars.

What's it like to park?

Rear visiblity isn't great, best to use your mirrors

Have you had any problems with the car?

In 42,000 miles, nothing has gone wrong. Its had new front tyres, and 2 services 20k apart, thats it!

What's most practical about your car?

Being an estate, there is plenty of room, and the boot is easily accesable.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Wasn't much to choose from. Stereo, A/C,Alloys,steering wheel controls for stereo thats all folks!