2000 Holden Astra City, Olympic review from Australia and New Zealand
"Best small car priced this side of a BMW 318 or VW Golf"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
No problems so far, although a knocking or rattling noise comes from one of the rear doors occasionally but that isn't a big problem.
General comments?
Fantastic car, definitely don't regret choosing an Astra over the 2000 Model Pulsar. The Astra looks and feels like a well built solid car. It is extremely quiet, smooth and is quite economical (7 - 7.5 litres per 100k's).
The Olympic model is even better, with standard alloys & fog lamps etc, although it would have been better with electric mirrors and at least front power windows.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2000 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8 Manual |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 10 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 3500 kilometres |
| Previous car | Nissan R31 Skyline |
| Date of Entry | 19th September, 2000 |

