2003 Vauxhall Corsa SXi 1.2 petrol

Summary:

Fun and slightly psychotic

Faults:

Driver's door trim clip loose

So far everything is working fine.

Purchased from an independent dealer, so had a second service with a Vauxhall dealer to make sure the car was OK - no defects found.

General Comments:

I have always owned Vauxhalls.

My last car was a Carlton estate which I ran for ten years until it died at 125,000 miles.

The Corsa is more fun than I expected

It is also a far more grown-up car than I expected.

I'm no boy racer - but this is a seriously quick car!

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 23rd June, 2005

2003 Vauxhall Corsa Club 1.0

Summary:

It's an OK car

Faults:

Power steering keeps disappearing when it has been on full lock for a while.

Gear selector went.

The CD player went 2 times

General Comments:

However the cabin is dull and the seats are uncomfortable.

Apart from that is OK car for an Corsa and an 1.0 Be gettin an SXI or SRI for the next car.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 24th March, 2005

27th Mar 2005, 10:14

It's true what you said about the 1.0 corsas.

30th Mar 2005, 12:22

I agree on the power steering fault going away after been on full lock either way, I was told this was at one point my tyre pressures that was causing the fault, and again I took it back to the dealership and found my p.a.s (power assisted steering) was faulty and was replaced under warranty, thank god, as I found out this unit costs £450.00 to replace.

8th Sep 2005, 16:28

I have a 2004 Corsa 1.7CDTI SRI, and after a year my back is that sore I've had to take time off work. Bad seats!!

4th Nov 2005, 08:49

On full lock the power steering goes heavy on purpose to protect the bearings in the system. However your dealer will be happy to change the column (or indeed any part) as he will receive an unquestioned refund from GM as long as it is under warranty.

2003 Vauxhall Corsa Sxi 1.2 petrol

Summary:

Great little car, and excellent value for money

Faults:

Engine management problems: Problems starting, and cutting out. (I've had to have the chip reprogrammed twice).

Steering Rack: Had to be replaced at recent service.

Clutch: Slave cylinder failed at 30,000 miles.

Timing Chain: Became loose and worn and had to be replaced.

Interior Trim: Door trim on drivers side keeps coming loose and rattling, trim fell off from under passenger seat and from passenger door (around tweeter speaker)

General Comments:

Looks: The car looks great! I opted for the Irmscher styling pack.

Engine and Performance: The engine is very responsive and goes well. Acceleration is good, even in fifth gear on the motorway.

Fuel economy: Disappointing! I do a lot of motorway miles at the moment and this car eats petrol! Around town though it's fairly economical.

Handling: In general it handles amazingly, mine more so as I have upgraded the suspension. The original suspension was a bit mushy and soft. The steering is too light and becomes vague after 30mph. (But it comes in handy when parking!)

Interior: A little bland! Generally good quality a few bits have fallen off though! Becoming a bit rattly as the miles grow. Seats are holding up well. Stereo is of a good quality. Boot space is reasonable for a car of this size.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? No

Review Date: 16th January, 2005

2003 Vauxhall Corsa SXI 16v 1.2

Summary:

A super quick hatch back

Faults:

Steering column rattles.

General Comments:

This car is a very quick little number for the engine size.

It handles reasonably well and is quite a stylish car to look at.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Don't Know

Review Date: 16th July, 2004

2003 Vauxhall Corsa SXi 1.2i 16V 1.2

Summary:

Fantastic little sporty super mini

Faults:

Battery died exactly one year after it was registered.

Drivers seat feels a bit loose.

Passenger side windscreen wiper squeals even after a new blade.

Seat belt locks easily when attempting to put it on.

General Comments:

Strangely the battery died exactly a year after the car was registered and just fell inside the free A.A. cover (phew), problem solved, I think...

The drivers seat does feel a bit loose when going over bumps, pot holes etc. but I will have this remidied at the next service.

As for the seat belt, well, I'll survive!

Overall a wonderful little car that handles very well, is nippy enough for modern motoring, looks good and is exceptionally cheap to run.

Well done vauxhall!

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 1st April, 2004