Vauxhall Astra Hatchback 1.8i 16V CDX 5d (1998/S) Owner Review
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Economy
Costs
500miles/tank - excellent. Fixed price servicing. ABS sensors cost £300 each to replace.
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On the road
Driving
Really shifts (and needs the traction control).
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Living with it
Reliability
Never failed (done 70k in it).
Image
Shame it's a Vauxhall.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Required new timing belt at 40k miles (manual states 80k).
Other
Both front ABS sensors failed - stops brakes, speedo (and radio!) working.
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