Vauxhall Astra Sport Hatch (2005 - 2010) 1.4i 16V SXi 3d (2009/09) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

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

Eveyone comments on how great it looks, a member of family actually went and got one.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Yes, this car is great on fuel, i do alot of driving around town and still return 40+ MPG.

What are you likely to buy next?

I have tested a VW Golf 1.6 tdi however this doesnt seem to compare with the astra sport hatch so maybe astra vxr.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchise

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£8,299

When did you buy the car?

July 2010

Did you get a good deal and why?

The price was very good for a car a year old considering a brand new one is 16k +.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

The car looks very good and it was a great price.

What was the dealer like?

Very helpful, spotted a bump on the left hand door that was not present when i viewed the car initially however they sorted it by the time i came to pick it up.

What's it like to drive?

The car feels great to drive its really low down and copes with sharp corners with ease, parking can be a problem due to the rear windscreen being so small but you seem to get used to it after a while.

What's it like to park?

Have you had any problems with the car?

The rear center seatbelt has jamed in the reetracted position but came under manufacturers warranty.

What's most practical about your car?

it has a very spacious boot for the size of car.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

aux point for playing my ipod. not usually standard on a car of the same value.