Vauxhall Zafira (2005 - 2014) 1.8i Design 5d (2005/55) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Well its not exactly sporty though looks good so I suppose that if I have to have an MPV its a good looking one to have

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

Very nice indeed

Would you buy this car again and why?

Yes, though with a good clutch.

What are you likely to buy next?

Possibly S Max or C4 Picasso

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchise

Did you buy this car new?

Yes

What price did you pay?

£0

When did you buy the car?

November 2005

Did you get a good deal and why?

Very good deal as I got it with Vauxhall Military discount

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Replacement for a very unreliable New shape Renault Scenic.

What was the dealer like?

OK, though awful aftercare after they got the money. Funny though that they also owned the Renault franchise

What's it like to drive?

Excellent, apart from the clutch, very smooth and quiet with good economy from the new VVTi engine. Good roadholding

What's it like to park?

I find it OK though my wife finds it a bit awkward at times

Have you had any problems with the car?

New windscreen within first month due to delamination at bottom of windscreen. 3 CIM modules, (Steering module causes clicking noise when turning wheel) Aerial mount due to lack of AM reception. The biggy as mentioned before, intermittent awful clutch judder and control, supposed fix out in March 2007, at first this problem was denied by Vauxhall though now its is country wide.

What's most practical about your car?

7 seats, excellent load space

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Auto wipers, lights and mirror