Knockhill MotorFair 2004 - new Vauxhall Astra

[Matra et Alpine]

The UK version of the new Astra will be in the showrooms next week.
Vauxhall had 2 at the Motorfair - a standard one and an Irmscher bodykit.
They looked nice, a hint of the Renault rear end .... just not so BIG :)

[Matra et Alpine]

more of the Irmscher Astra

[silverhawk]

the vauxhall (or opel) astra is the best looking hatchback compared to the new Audi A3, VW Polo 5, etc. Its sleek, futuristic & aggressive. even without any fancy modifications it still looks good. i wouldnt mind modifying or tuning it but price is the only problem. it still hasnt arrived here in the UAE so im still waiting. does anyone know its price?

[350hp_civic]

what a fugly car :p

[UK CARS]

did anyone see the concept? sooo much nicer-(cost :rolleyes: )

[Matra et Alpine]

what a fugly car :p
In the flesh :) I think this is one of the nicest cars in UK for 'family car' market.
As I'd noted it has the appeal of the Megane rear without it being as over-powering ( unless you're favourite song is ....... Baby Got Back ....."I like big butts and I cannot lie" :) )
As I looked closer I could see hints of Citroen, Peugeot, Renault, Ford styling. AND it didn't look like a dogs dinner :)

[henk4]

The German magazine Auto Motor und Sport tested the Opel better than the latest Golf. This result is almost a revolution.