Vauxhall Astra Hatchback (2004 - 2010) 1.9 CDTi 16V SRi (150ps) 5d (2007/07) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

not alot. what kind of question is this. this isn't a beauty padgent

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

i guess people prefer it to an old bomb in the drive

Would you buy this car again and why?

dont think so. i would buy something a bit more comfortable. I would recommend to ANYONE to buy one if you want some fun. You can throw it about, then handeling as great, the instant power is fantastic. The SPORT button turns the car into a complete beast. 10 out of 10 for bang for back. The fuel economy is not good on this model, no matter what they say. The high power diesel drinks a bit of juice. I use about 8-8.8lt per 100km. thats 600kms per tank

What are you likely to buy next?

depends on how much money i have....the Chevrolet Captiva Diesel is on the cards (which is a Holden/Vauxhal)

Type of dealer you bought from?

Didn't buy from a dealer

Did you buy this car new?

Yes

What price did you pay?

£12,000

When did you buy the car?

October 2007

Did you get a good deal and why?

we bought the car in Sydney, Australia. We got $3k off

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

to replace the bomb

What was the dealer like?

Suttons dealer is great. Holden dont have a good record here but we got a good one.

What's it like to drive?

engine is awesome fun, brakes are powerful but need plenty of skill to stop smoothly, seats are firm but comfortable..... nothing special

What's it like to park?

rear view is awkward

Have you had any problems with the car?

a slight jolt sometimes at about 2k revs, dealer obviously couldnt find anything wrong. I suspect its caused when i get a tank of crap fuel. the door card has started to collapse a bit. Dealer has ordered new one

What's most practical about your car?

it's all about the poke baby!

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

throttle :o)