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

What does this car say about you?

Mr and Mrs normal. It does not stand out, it ain't the sexiest beast and people under 35 are likely not to be interested. However for a famaily on the move there is little better on the road.

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

Same as us. It is a working car if anything. You want family, furniture, shopping moved then this is the car.

Would you buy this car again and why?

I would if my personal situation was the same. Our family has shrunk now due to marriage etc and we dont need seven seats.

What are you likely to buy next?

Estate from BMW, AUDI or VW. Mondeo even.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Independent

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£7,000

When did you buy the car?

July 2009

Did you get a good deal and why?

Not really because my credit was a bit sketchy at the time.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

7 seats. Growing active family.

What was the dealer like?

Money money money. Tried to flog us an all in package full of expensive stuff we would never need.

What's it like to drive?

No problems. The auto just hums along and never strains. On the steep hills and narrow roads of North Devon the engine was wonderful. Great on motorways and nifty around town.

What's it like to park?

Fine once you realise that part of your view is restricted by bodywork ie the support columns for the screen are very thick.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Never.

What's most practical about your car?

The seats. Have tons of room when needed for a relatively compact car.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

The 'S' button. Really useful on the motorway or getting out of tight spots.