Vauxhall Astra Hatchback (2004 - 2010) 1.9 CDTi 16V SRi (150ps) 5d (2005/54) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Mr Average but with a slight sting in the tail.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Sensible!
Would you buy this car again and why?
I'd get possibly a new Astra or Insignia, or maybe something Japanese. In fact, I may even get a sports car next time...
What are you likely to buy next?
I've done my bit for the planet with this car. So a Mazda RX8 may be next. Who knows...
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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?
£6,000
When did you buy the car?
July 2010
Did you get a good deal and why?
A 54 reg for £6000 was probably a touch over priced at the time, but still it was the car I wanted. I got a raw deal in p/x for my old Astra - £300 but it needed a lot of work doing to it.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Economy, 5 doors, 150bhp, Vauxhall reliability.
What was the dealer like?
Bit my hand off, as they all do don't they?!
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
It's great - way faster than my old Alfa 145 1.8TS....
What's it like to park?
Easy enough.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Alternator went, £120 for a new one and a mate fitted it for a drink...
What's most practical about your car?
5 doors, economy.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
150bhp of course!
