Vauxhall Astra Hatchback (2004 - 2010) 1.9 CDTi Design (120ps) 5d Auto (2008/08) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Absolutely nothing
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Never had anyone pass an opinion, it is fairly anonymous
Would you buy this car again and why?
Unlikely,need more comfortable drive. If Ford Focus had been available in diesel automatic would have gone for that
What are you likely to buy next?
Probably Skoda
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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?
£9,000
When did you buy the car?
January 2011
Did you get a good deal and why?
Car supermarket- good selection, one year old with balance of 2 years on manufacturers warranty
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Wanted economy mated to auto box at an affordable price
What was the dealer like?
What you would expect at one of these places, you are just a sale. As soon as you walk out you are probably forgotten completely
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Enginewise very good, good pulling power, good gearbox (6 speed ). Not the most comfortable car I have ever owned
What's it like to park?
Reasonable, bit restricted vision through back window
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Leaking fuel tank-fixed under warranty
What's most practical about your car?
Good gearbox,choice of full auto or easytronic.Solid motorway performer
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