Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer (2010 - 2015) 2.0 CDTi 16V SRi (165bhp) (Start/Stop) 5d (2012/12) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
It says that I would like to buy a super-fast car without my wife noticing what's going on.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Nice. But they don't know what it can really do.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes - see all other answers.
What are you likely to buy next?
Nothing on the horizon at the moment.
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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?
£13,000
When did you buy the car?
April 2014
Did you get a good deal and why?
Yes - was a nearly - new car with less than 3,000 miles. Had been on Motability Finance so I suspect the 1st purchaser didn't find the car fitted their needs and / or didn't keep up the payments. Either way someone else took the hit.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
NB my version is a 2013/63 plate but this isn't available as a selection in the drop-down menu.
What was the dealer like?
Very good independent small dealer operating out of front driveway!
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Brilliant. Goes like a rocket yet, sticks to the road like glue and is very easy to drive.
What's it like to park?
Fine - the parking sensors are a bit sensitive and seem to bleep all the time. I think I would have preferred rear sensors only.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
No.
What's most practical about your car?
500 litres of bootspace.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Nothing in particular.