Vauxhall Corsavan 1.2i

Advantages: Ever reliable and nippy for a small car.
Disadvantages: Not suitable for the weekly shop

...I was never a fan of the Vauxhall Nova errrgh. Such a car was reserved for boy racers and furry dice fans. However I am a huge fan of the Vauxhall Corsa. The successor to the Nova has now almost toally distaced itself from the previous reputation of the Nova. I have had the pleasure of driving 2 sxis both 1.2s and being an infrequent passenger in an LS version. They have proved very reliable and are quite nippy given there small engine size. I have not always been a fan of small cars. My family has 3 people over 6ft; but the Corsa has a special place in my heart. It has been most adequate and sometimes exciting. Its only downfall is it is somewhat lacking when it comes to the weekly shop :)... Read review

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Advantages: Good old reliable Corsa
Disadvantages: Does not come with an alarm as standard

...They call the Corsa the 'You Too' car, because everyone seems to have one! It's a very big small car, and the standard model comes with power-assisted steering and sun roof. We exchanged our 1.4 12 valve for this 1.2 16 valve, and have had no regrets. There have been one or two little niggly problems - which is what you would expect from a new car - but Vauxhall have been very accommodating in getting them sorted as part of the manufacturer's warranty - but we have been completely satisfied with performance. Fuel consumption has decreased in the 1.2. We chose the dark green paint, which I must admit looks very stylish. To get a good offer for a new Corsa, I recommend getting on their mailing list. Vauxhall are very keen to let you know of their offers, so be patient and you'll get an absolute gem. I managed to get a Corsa at factory... Read review

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Advantages: Fun car
Disadvantages: None known

...I'm now on my fourth Corsa SXI, what a fantastic little motor. What do I like about it. It's economical to run, fun to drive, easy to park and easy on the poket. We have three Corsa's in our family so that tells you what we think about their reliabilty. The free insurance thay you get also makes it a good buy although the quote you get for renewal is not the cheapest you will find. In the past I have had Vauxhall Novas but there is no comparison. So if you want a reliable, cheap, fun to drive, economical small car go for the Corsa and you will not be dissapointed. I've had them for years and have not had a problem with any that I have had.... Read review

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