Vauxhall Astra Hatchback (2004 - 2010) 1.7 CDTi 16V Breeze (80ps) 5d (2005/05) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

That you like comfort and style, but are not a flash harry!!

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

Nice motor.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Yes, but hopefully won't be necessary for a number of years.

What are you likely to buy next?

More than likely another Vauxhall.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchise

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£5,290

When did you buy the car?

March 2009

Did you get a good deal and why?

Got a discount following a period of wrangling with the dealer, including a part-exchange.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

5 door, need plenty of space for my job.

What was the dealer like?

Treated me with contempt to start with - possibly because I'm a bird. But, nice enough once the deal had been made.

What's it like to drive?

Brilliant, I'm used to Vauxhall's so I don't understand other reviews that moan about the steering, etc. Very nice drive.

What's it like to park?

Easy - good rear window and wing mirrors. Very easy to reverse onto the drive.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Only had it 3 weeks, so far so good.

What's most practical about your car?

Size of boot, especially when back seats are down. Shape of boot (with back lights) is not an issue at all, and I carry alot of equipment in my car for work. Also, it is very economical on fuel. I got 530 miles out of a tank of diesel with at least another 20 miles still left in it. I averaged 52 mpg with a 50% mix of town and motorway driving.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

On-board computer telling me MPG and the number of miles left in my fuel tank.