Vauxhall Zafira (1999 - 2005) 2.0 DTi Elegance 5d (2001/51) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

I am a family man but still enjoy comfort and power.

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

It is a nice looking car for a mpv.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Yes, if it had been properly looked after and the egr valve is working properly the car is brilliant to drive and very practical.

What are you likely to buy next?

Another Zafira.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Didn't buy from a dealer

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£825

When did you buy the car?

January 2013

Did you get a good deal and why?

No, alot of existing problems had been cleverly covered up.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Needed 7 seater and like working on Vauxhalls.

What was the dealer like?

What's it like to drive?

It is a nice car to drive when it is not in limp mode, but this is due to the egr valve and when not in limp mode the car has loads of pull and is great to drive.

What's it like to park?

Not the easiest car to park due to it basically being a van, the turning circle is quite wide and the rear view isn't brilliant, but i have had to park many worse.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Engine mount, Head gasket, handbrake cable, rear suspension spring broken, leaking rear shock absorber, egr valve.

What's most practical about your car?

You do not have to remove the rear seats from the vehicle and store them when they are not in use.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Electric sunroof.