Vauxhall Astra Hatchback (1998 - 2005) 1.8i 16V SXi 5d (2003/03) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Not that bothered about looks or performance.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Old mans car
Would you buy this car again and why?
No
What are you likely to buy next?
A Focus ST
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Independent
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£5,650
When did you buy the car?
March 2006
Did you get a good deal and why?
It was advertised for £7,000 and I got it for £5,650
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Quite new for the money.
What was the dealer like?
Like all car salesman, tell you what you want to hear.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Hasn't got enough power or torque for a 1800cc car. Steering is too light so you don't get much feed back through the steering wheel. Difficult and noisy gear changes.
What's it like to park?
Plenty of rear visibility so easy to reverse.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Engine management light keeps coming on.
What's most practical about your car?
5 Doors and a good sized boot.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Cruise control.
