Vauxhall Tigra (2004 - 2009) 1.4i 16V Sport 2d (AC) (2004/54) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

You have money to burn!

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

Nice to look at.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Not a chance- too unreliable and a financial drain.

What are you likely to buy next?

Something uber reliable.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchise

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£12,995

When did you buy the car?

September 2004

Did you get a good deal and why?

It was an average experience.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Funky looks.

What was the dealer like?

Average.

What's it like to drive?

It is generally not a bad car to drive. However, it is rather slow and sluggish whilst overtaking.

What's it like to park?

Easy!

Have you had any problems with the car?

Where do I start! From the word go, there was a fault with the brakes when reversing. They make an awful screeching sound, which Vauxhall are still trying to fix. The roof leaks as do the door seals. The electrics are totally unreliable-the roof and boot often do not open or close properly. In addition, the radio has a strange habit of switching itself on when the keys are NOT in the ignition (even in the middle of the night) resulting in a flat battery. Oh, and all 4 tyres have needed replacing, despite low mileage, as they 'perished'.

What's most practical about your car?

Other than a good sized boot,absolutely nothing!

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

The electric roof- when it felt like working!