2010 Opel Astra 1.6T

[Jujitsuka]

Hi Bros @ MCF

 

This is my 1st post at MCF so just thought of sharing a very nice car which i've viewed late last month.

 

Its the new Opel Astra 1.6Turbo with 180bhp. I've taken some pics so decided to share with the bros here!

 

For more images and specs you can visit this link http://www.opelmicrosites.com/astra/index.html

 

I manged to view the car while it was being sent to LTA for homoglation. SE quoted me $118,500 pre-launch price

 

And $125,000 launch price (November), it was just too steep for my liking as it does not coroborate with current mkt trends for say VW Golf TSI & Scirocco.

 

I would have bite had they sold it ard $100-$108 grand but well maybe the prices may drop during launch?

 

Do give your feedback as to whether it is a good offer as currently i'ved put it on the back burner somehow as there are a host of new models coming along etc Ford Mondeo/Focus Ecoboost models.

 

It does comes with a host of goodies like built in bicycle rack at the rear license plate, flase or adjustable boot floor, bluetooth HU with LCD display, Satellite Radio. Just to name a few different things that can't be found on other rides.

 

But build quality wise IMHO still not on par with VW. But its better than a Bravo or Octavia or any other Jap makes in the same Category.

 

 

 

FYI this is Mr Karsono Kwee's car, i really liked the number plate lol! Its a real sneak peek as this car was still parked at the warehouse, after juz landed from port.

[Jujitsuka]

Hmm seems like no one interested in this car... Or did i post in wrong Cat? Mods feel free to transfer this thread to Conti Talk if so...

[SimonTan]

Ok ok. I very interested. Can you pm me your 'SE' that quote you that price, I want to test drive. I support you. If I quote your name to that SE, got special discount or not?

 

The built in bicycle rack at licence plate is a good feature, although I don't know how the hell it works.

 

 

[Speedsun]

What is the OMV of this car?

[Portawa]

good

[Vega]

is this a manual or auto gear box? sedan or hatch back?

why not consider the opel corsa turbo. very capable car in my opinion.

[Jujitsuka]

Its an automated 6 speed shifter... Hmm OMV according to SE is 27k... SE her name is Dorothy i reckon if i remb correctly?

 

Bros can see here for a comprehensive review

[Fresh]

kool. nice car.

[Thedream]

My impression of Opels is that their reliability is lacking (may be outdated). How're the latest Opels?

[Koster]

Ok ok. I very interested. Can you pm me your 'SE' that quote you that price, I want to test drive. I support you. If I quote your name to that SE, got special discount or not?

 

The built in bicycle rack at licence plate is a good feature, although I don't know how the hell it works.

 

PM sent!

[Watwheels]

The benchmark have always been either the Golf or the Focus in terms of drive and interior space. Others are just IMO playing catch up.

[Karnaugh]

Hmm the Watt's link suspension setup looks interesting. I wonder how much improvements it has over the conventional torsion beam setup?

[Sony]

Opel, like Saab is an understated car...

 

but have a drive and some can be convinced. not for the japz group of drivers...

[Sabretan]

Both distributed by the same grp....Mini n Porsche also under the same grp...

 

 

I guess Opel n Saab are not on their priority list.

[GoodCar]

This looks like a good car to me, must test drive to see if can get addicted....hehehe

[Hungee]

shape of headlamp resembles the Chevy Cruze ? Same DNA

[Coupecabriolet]

Bro, great looking car.. Can show more pics?

[SimonTan]

Good car it may be.

If it's rare, the parts might also be rare.

If it breaks down or accident, it will take a longer time to service and repair. Not to mentioning more expensive too.

I don't like to own a rare car as my only car.