Vauxhall Astra Hatchback 1.6i LS 5d (AC) (1998/R) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Cheap now and you can yet a lot of car for your money.
Costs
Around 350 miles from a full tank (50 litres), Around £100 for a service & mot. Watch for price of tyres on alloy wheel models
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On the road
Driving
Clutch can be sharp for some, steering ok with PAS, good turning circle for parking, excellent visibility
Performance
1.6i 8v needs to be kept spinning to get best performance. Easy 85-90mph motorway cruiser
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Living with it
Reliability
Has never let me down. Look after it and it'll look after you!
Image
What image? Alloys /fogs / colour coded bumper models look reasonably smart and scrub up nicely
Comfort
Drivers seat gives me backache after about 2-3 hours. Sits 4 adults comfortably
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Security and Service
Security
Deadlocks & immobiliser. Needs alarm really. Locks & glass cheap and easy to repair/ replace
Service
Only seen dealer to replace wing mirror glass. Expensive (£35) but in stock and friendly service
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Solid as a rock, no problems if cambelt serviced at 40k intervals not 80k as in schedule
Other
Watch for rear drums binding, first sign of leaking wheel cylinders
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes