Vauxhall Corsa Hatchback (1993 - 2000) 1.0 12V Envoy 3d (1999/V) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

I am a 19 year old that drives a common Corsa. Just like everyone else.

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

They all like it. Even though most of my friends say it's rather bouncy.

Would you buy this car again and why?

I would buy one again because they are generally cheap to run and reliable. But they are way too common now for me to really. But if I do buy another one, it'll have to be a 1.4 16v Sport in Black, or a 1.4 8v Automatic.

What are you likely to buy next?

A classic Hopefully! Either a Austin Mini, Morris Minor 1000 or a Triumph Herald. I'm still in a big dilemma. If I was to get a modern car. Something like a VW Lupo, Fiat Seicento Sporting or a Chevrolet Matiz.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Independent

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£830

When did you buy the car?

March 2011

Did you get a good deal and why?

I got a fairly good deal, it was the cheapest small car in the garage.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Not really, just an update to my old Corsa.

What was the dealer like?

Honest Guy. He told me everything about the car.

What's it like to drive?

Boring, but then it does get me from A to B cheaply. The 1.0l 3 Cylinder Engine is quite nippy when you get the right gearing time. But once the engine has warmed up, it makes an awful rattling sound when you are stationary. It's sounds like a diesel sometimes.

What's it like to park?

Heavy due to no power steering. But if the gap is big enough, it's generally easy. I would recommend getting a Corsa with power steering.

Have you had any problems with the car?

A few minor things. But generally it's been good.

What's most practical about your car?

There is plenty of room inside.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

I haven't got a gadget on this car! I think the clock is quite handy.