1998 Vauxhall Astra Sport review from UK and Ireland
"Good idea, but poor build quality"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Hydraulic hand brake fault - 15 repairs (13 in the first 6 months).
Camshaft speed sensor at 12,000 miles.
Speakers vibrate after 2,000 miles.
Engine has erratic running at 30 MPH in 4th gear.
Passenger air bag faults at 30,000.
Rear screen washer pipe broke at 80,000 miles in the ceiling of the car.
Wheel motion sensor fault at 50,000.
Condensation in front lights.
CDR player jumps in the cold and radio reception is poor.
Front seats needed stitching at 60,000 miles.
General comments?
Car handles well, but is prone to losing the back-end when taken to it's limits.
Traction control is not smooth.
Wind noise from the boot, when traveling on the motorway.
Brakes are great, when they work!!
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 1998 |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8i Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 2 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 5 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 3 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
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| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 83200 miles |
| Previous car | Vauxhall Vectra |
| Date of Entry | 28th September, 2001 |