Vauxhall Corsa Hatchback (2003 - 2006) 1.0 12V Life 3d (2006/06) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
It says I've made a sensible purchase.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
They all love it.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes. Because it's a better car than I expected it would be.
What are you likely to buy next?
Too soon to say. Ask me in 5 years.
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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?
£4,999
When did you buy the car?
October 2008
Did you get a good deal and why?
Bought from a Car Supermarket, so the price was right and even got GAP insurance thrown in. Less than 10,000 Miles on the clock. Not bad for a 2 year old car.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Absolute Mint Condition Extreme Low Mileage
What was the dealer like?
Very good... bent over backward to help us make our choice.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Better than I expected. I've driven a few of them, including the 1.2 and 1.4 twin port and I am surprised by how well the little 1.0 litre compares. I thought it would be really slow and gutless, but the opposite is true. Not only is the engine really flexible, allowing you to stay in 5th gear all the way down to below 1,000 revs and still pulling smoothly away. It goes like a train both on the flat and up-hill. The ride comfort is good, but because it's got a short wheelbase you can sometimes get a bouncy sensation occuring, but only on extremely poor road surfaces. Cornering is safe rather than exciting, in no small part due to it's skinny tyres. But then again they can be bought for just £10 on Ebay. The Breaks are pin sharp and it's stop on a sixpence.
What's it like to park?
An absolute doddle. Be wary of the very long doors though. Because if like me your a bit of a bloater then be sure to leave plenty of room on the drivers side when attending your local supermarket or you'll find yourself struggling to get out of the car.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Not yet, still early days though.
What's most practical about your car?
Vehicle size, parking is a premium where I live, so a small car is easier to find a parking place for.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Remote Central Locking. Makes life easy in the rain.
