Vauxhall Zafira (1999 - 2005) 1.6 Life 5d (2005/05) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
I like a practical car.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Practical but boring.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Probably not. We don't now need such a big car, and the 35 - 38 MPG we get is a bit expensive compared to a modern diesel.
What are you likely to buy next?
Fiesta diesel.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchised
Did you buy this car new?
Yes
What price did you pay?
£11,500
When did you buy the car?
July 2005
Did you get a good deal and why?
Yes - reduction, last of models before face lift.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
What was the dealer like?
Fine when we went for a test drive, but when we had paid our deposit and went top pick up the car we were kept waiting, it hadn't been prepared. Very disappointing.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
A bit "underpowered", as you would expect from a 2005 1.6 engine, but no problems.
What's it like to park?
OK. Its a bit big.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
We have had it nearly 9 years, 96,000 miles. We have had two large (over £500) bills for power steering, and for new ignition coil pack.
What's most practical about your car?
The sliding back seat is very quick to move for when you want a big boot.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
7 seats are sometimes useful.
