Vauxhall Corsa Hatchback (1993 - 2000) 1.4 16V Sport 3d (1996/N) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Boy racer.

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

Chav, boy racer... although it did attract the ladies as it was nicely modified and quick.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Probably not. For a young fella, the insurance is initially high and having owned 3 corsa's im pretty much over the corsa phase!

What are you likely to buy next?

RX-8, CRX, Civic Type R or maybe a cheeky Glanza!

Type of dealer you bought from?

Didn't buy from a dealer

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£450

When did you buy the car?

June 2010

Did you get a good deal and why?

Yes, sold it 4 weeks later for £700!

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

No

What was the dealer like?

Nice bloke, Private sale.

What's it like to drive?

Fuel economy was okay with respect to its nippiness. Heavy heavy steering, this posed a problem when selling it as many potential buyers walked away due to the steering!

What's it like to park?

I've had 3 corsa's and they're okay for parking. However because the car lacked power steering and had 18" alloys it was hard to park properly.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Speedo broke, Heavy steering (No power steering) especially with after-market 18" alloys!

What's most practical about your car?

3 Doors, Nippy but okay with fuel as far as i can recall!

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Electric windows in a 1996 car! Cup holders! Drove the 2005 Vectra which lacked these! More annoying than you'd imagine!