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seremify007
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I've only driven normal Astra Coupe.. it's very well built but in automatic form, the 1.8L engine is very very dated and so is the drivetrain. IIRC Astra Diesel uses a more advanced transmission but I remember reading that it's not really worth buying as it's quite exp for what it is.
Just as a note... Diesel here isn't as popular as it is in UK I don't think (as there aren't really price savings/discounts from using that petrol apart from the "1L gets u further" logic), and the Aussie Astras (at least in petrol incarnation) have a lower spec level (engine/mechanics-wise) than the UK Opels.
Just as a note... Diesel here isn't as popular as it is in UK I don't think (as there aren't really price savings/discounts from using that petrol apart from the "1L gets u further" logic), and the Aussie Astras (at least in petrol incarnation) have a lower spec level (engine/mechanics-wise) than the UK Opels.
Hm, I just prefer driving a Diesel, but some hate the feel...Odd how Diesel has not caught on there, you get increased mileage, more torque and easier gear changes...What car would you recommend in a circa 30k budget?
Thanks,
Justin
Thanks,
Justin
Bob.J
ZoOm
nah, you can get an international licence transfer or something like thatlengy said:
depends on the country they got the licence from i suppose. UK should be fine.
The cool thing about international licences is that you dont have ANY demerit points. I know a mate at uni who owns a celica and has been caught speeding so many times without losing his licence. a couple thousand bux back into the roads.
seremify007
Junior Member
Auto or manual?juzmister said:
Probably a bit biased but the Honda Civic VTi (base model) did win small car of the year in NRMA magazine...
As for diesel... I think it's probably because diesel here costs more than unleaded, and the increased cost of buying the car greatly offsets the financial benefit. I remember reading calculations that for small 4 cylinder cars (eg. Astra Petrol vs Astra Diesel) which are already efficient, it would take something like 15 years to recoup the costs.
Oh ok...Yeh my UK license doesn't need to be converted because I am a student in Australia short term. The civic in Aus is a little old? We have a new model over here...Don't think it is coming there though. Lots of choices in that price range...
Thanks for all,
Justin.
Thanks for all,
Justin.
synthesized
Member
yeah, plus you need to consider that diesels, especially ones with a turbo (ie most), need to be serviced more frequently and extensively than petrols because they undergo far more wear.seremify007 said:
seremify007
Junior Member
Well if you're majorly into it... then by all means, go for it. Just don't do it for financial reasons.
If you're looking for other cars to test drive... try out the Mazda3, Honda Civic, Volks Golf, Subaru Impreza, Ford Focus, etc.. they're all in that price range.
If you're looking for other cars to test drive... try out the Mazda3, Honda Civic, Volks Golf, Subaru Impreza, Ford Focus, etc.. they're all in that price range.
Bob.J
ZoOm
yeah,
after having an astra for 2years i dont think i'll get another one
the latest models still have the problem with the timing belt (short life span - wears out at 60,000km, as opposed to 100-120k on other cars). and the water pump and other parts wear out pretty easily too.
insurance on astras are a bitch too
after having an astra for 2years i dont think i'll get another one
the latest models still have the problem with the timing belt (short life span - wears out at 60,000km, as opposed to 100-120k on other cars). and the water pump and other parts wear out pretty easily too.
insurance on astras are a bitch too
wheredanton
Retired
mate 4 around 30k u could get a mazda3. it wont buy u the top-spec turbo model that is 40 grand, but it will get u a decent car with a 2.3L 4 cylinder with decent power (118kW i think). i would also recommend that in any circumstance when looking for a car, dont buy auto if u dont have to (ie. model is auto-only).
wheredanton
Retired
currently golfs are going at drive away prices...
seremify007
Junior Member
LOL Cooper was the car of choice for me for a while... even bought the toy cars and so on. But then when the time came to buy it, I had lost interest in it... the drive away price was > $42k, and for something with a 1.6L engine and not even leather seats (I had Base model specced with CVT, H/K sound system, DSC and metallic paint).. it wasn't worth it IMO. I would've gone for Cooper S if I could, but P plate restrictions (as it has a supercharger).juzmister said:
However if you really like Minis, then go for it? I'm not sure if you'll convert to a normal license or what- but if you have Provisional drivers license, you won't be able to drive the Cooper S- the one worth buying.