Vauxhall Zafira (1999 - 2005) 2.0 DTi Elegance 5d (2005/54) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Family man with plenty of children.

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

They like the car and ask on occasions if I can help remove rubbish to the tip as the back seats can be altered so the vehicle becomes a van in minutes.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Yes, very practical car and with it being diesel and having a chain cam belt will last for years.

What are you likely to buy next?

I like the latest shaped zafira tourer and when prices become reasonable I'll buy one.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchised

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£5,400

When did you buy the car?

December 2011

Did you get a good deal and why?

When buying a car always have a price in mind as there is always a deal to be had especially when you do not want extras like servicing, insurance loss, MOT's extra.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Practicality, the vehicle is very nimble, easy to manoeuvre, and above all can be converted from 7 seats to 5 to 2 in a matter of minutes without having to remove seats.

What was the dealer like?

The dealer was very good and we could not complain. Evans Halshaw of Skockport.

What's it like to drive?

Very nippy, economical and above all comfortable especially on long journeys. It does have a bling spot, the column in between the front door and side screen.

What's it like to park?

Couldn't be easier. Like driving an astra.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Very recently the clutch went but as the vehicle uses a dual flywheel it is an expensive bit of kit. Cost £900 at my local garage to have it fixed. Common fault occurs approx. every 60000 miles.

What's most practical about your car?

Easy to park and can carry 7 passengers comfortably in what appears a small space.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

How the rear seats moves forwards and backwards, clever piece of kit.