Vauxhall Corsa Hatchback (2006 - 2014) 1.3 CDTi (90bhp) Design 3d (2008/58) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Its my wifes car, she loved it to start she said it was cute and did everything she needed, after a year she hated it for all the constant breakdowns.

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

I dont think any of them would buy a vauxhall after all the trouble we have had, my mum has a vauxhall zafira which has also been plagued with breakdowns.

Would you buy this car again and why?

No definatly not, never buy a vauxhall again for the breakdown reasons.

What are you likely to buy next?

My wife has just ordered a brand new Dacia Sandero ambience which is coming in March , she will be glad to see the back of the corsa.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Independent

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£4,495

When did you buy the car?

May 2011

Did you get a good deal and why?

Price was reasonably ok , good mileage and condition etc. 6 month warranty.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

My wife bought it for her to run to work and home etc, was simply a car she liked the look of.

What was the dealer like?

They are an independant dealer near wakefield, nice enough people.

What's it like to drive?

Its ok, doesnt set the world alite on power ,but fuel economy makes up for it, is quite noisy over bumps etc, and power steering can be rattly at times.

What's it like to park?

Very easy.

Have you had any problems with the car?

This has been an utter nightmare of a car, only done 20,000 miles when bought now done 48,000, here are just some of the things that have gone wrong. injestors, clutch release bearing, injectors again! , fuel pump, heater knob control, wiper motor,wheel bearings and the list goes on and on!!!

What's most practical about your car?

When the car is working fuel is great 60 plus miles to the gallon.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Stereo is nice.