Vauxhall Astra Hatchback 1.6i Club 5d (1998/S) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Very cost effective. Cheap to run, insure etc.
Costs
Low insurance group, reasonable tax, comes under old taxation scheme.
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On the road
Driving
Can be very light on cornering.
Performance
Very good for a 1.6 8V. Only changed air filter for performance.
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Living with it
Reliability
Hmmm debatable. Go careful where you buy. Dealer steam cleaned engine without telling me first, since then many electrical problems, New alternator, new E.C.U, new battery, new oil pressure switch. Luckily all covered under Vauxhall warranty.
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Young driver in a family car, get some funny looks. Often get confused as police (even in green) which is very annoying as people slow down right in front of you for no reason.
Comfort
Very good. Just wish there was an arm rest. Plenty of leg room in front and rear. Nice on long Motorway journeys.
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Security and Service
Security
Good immobiliser and dead locks, but fitted Cat 1 alarm for piece of mind.
Service
Very good, sales and after sales, very quick when repairing faults under warranty. They still managed to get money out of me.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
No problems as of yet.
Other
As I said a few electrical problems but I blame dealer for steam cleaning the engine bay. Other than that VERY VERY nice car!
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