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Title: New car for wifey
Post by: STEMO on 04 March 2018, 15:34:15
Mo has developed what the doctor thinks is a Bakers cyst at the back of her left knee. She is waiting for a scan, whenever that happens, and has been given naproxen to help with the pain (Jaime will testify to how much use that is).
Anyhow, she could really do with an auto to take the strain off her left knee, so we should be picking this up on Tuesday evening:

(https://preview.ibb.co/cfyKL7/0_E0_E4_B74_903_A_40_D2_8122_F79_FAFF021_EB.jpg) (https://ibb.co/hwLoDS)
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: Nick W on 04 March 2018, 15:54:31
Have you had a Vauxhall badge fitted to a Fiesta, so you can have his-and-hers cars? ;D
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: STEMO on 04 March 2018, 16:01:10
Have you had a Vauxhall badge fitted to a Fiesta, so you can have his-and-hers cars? ;D
I think they are great value for money, Nick. A euro shitbox, of course, but £10,120 for an 18 month old car with 9500 miles on it is very good. They've given us £8500 for her captur, so £1600ish to pay.
It's a 1.6 cdti tech line.
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: 2boxerdogs on 04 March 2018, 16:05:01
Bargain good looking car.
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: ronnyd on 04 March 2018, 16:20:32
Is that a furry toy over the reg. plate? ;)
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: Sir Tigger KC on 04 March 2018, 16:25:04
Nice!  :y
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: STEMO on 04 March 2018, 16:28:15
Also, the beauty of trading a shitbox for a shitbox, we haven't even seen the astra yet and they haven't seen the captur. But they are what they are, and it should just be "Gis your car and some dosh and here's your car. Bye."  ;D
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: Field Marshal Dr. Opti on 04 March 2018, 16:42:34
Have you had a Vauxhall badge fitted to a Fiesta, so you can have his-and-hers cars? ;D
I think they are great value for money, Nick. A euro shitbox, of course, but £10,120 for an 18 month old car with 9500 miles on it is very good. They've given us £8500 for her captur, so £1600ish to pay.
It's a 1.6 cdti tech line.

Nice car. Good colour. However, you could have saved £5120 by purchasing my eleven year old Signum. :)
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: Field Marshal Dr. Opti on 04 March 2018, 16:44:44
She only had the last car for 5 minutes......and the one before that even less......and the..... :)
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: Field Marshal Dr. Opti on 04 March 2018, 16:52:56
Mo has developed what the doctor thinks is a Bakers cyst at the back of her left knee. She is waiting for a scan, whenever that happens, and has been given naproxen to help with the pain (Jaime will testify to how much use that is).
Anyhow, she could really do with an auto to take the strain off her left knee, so we should be picking this up on Tuesday evening:

(https://preview.ibb.co/cfyKL7/0_E0_E4_B74_903_A_40_D2_8122_F79_FAFF021_EB.jpg) (https://ibb.co/hwLoDS)

You may need to explain that the pedal on the left is not required because the car is an auto. Just a pedal to make it go and a pedal to make it stop.

Be gentle. :)
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: Lizzie Zoom on 04 March 2018, 17:16:04
I like that a lot 8) 8) 8)

It would certainly do me if and when the miggy goes. :)
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: Field Marshal Dr. Opti on 04 March 2018, 17:19:42
I like that a lot 8) 8) 8)

It would certainly do me if and when the miggy goes. :)

I don't think an Astra would suit your personality, Lizzie.

I can imagine you in an old Bristol. You may like it so much you end up with a pair of Bristols. :)
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: Lizzie Zoom on 04 March 2018, 17:21:11
I like that a lot 8) 8) 8)

It would certainly do me if and when the miggy goes. :)

I don't think an Astra would suit your personality, Lizzie.

I can imagine you in an old Bristol. You may like it so much you end up with a pair of Bristols. :)

You cheeky bugger! ::) ::) ;D ;D ;D ;D ;)

Actually I have never been impressed by the Bristol CARS!! :P :P ;D ;)
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: Andy B on 04 March 2018, 17:23:28
Mo has developed what the doctor thinks is a Bakers cyst at the back of her left knee. She is waiting for a scan, whenever that happens, and has been given naproxen to help with the pain (Jaime will testify to how much use that is).
Anyhow, she could really do with an auto to take the strain off her left knee, so we should be picking this up on Tuesday evening:

(https://preview.ibb.co/cfyKL7/0_E0_E4_B74_903_A_40_D2_8122_F79_FAFF021_EB.jpg) (https://ibb.co/hwLoDS)

You may need to explain that the pedal on the left is not required because the car is an auto. Just a pedal to make it go and a pedal to make it stop.

Be gentle. :)

I thought all cars were auto these days ... all our are.  ???

Oh! I forgot that Gav still likes to be in control ;-)
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: Field Marshal Dr. Opti on 04 March 2018, 17:24:29
I like that a lot 8) 8) 8)

It would certainly do me if and when the miggy goes. :)

I don't think an Astra would suit your personality, Lizzie.

I can imagine you in an old Bristol. You may like it so much you end up with a pair of Bristols. :)

You cheeky bugger! ::) ::) ;D ;D ;D ;D ;)

Actually I have never been impressed by the Bristol CARS!! :P :P ;D ;)

I give you my word as a gentleman that I refer to Bristol motor cars and nothing else. :-* :-* :-* :-*
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: Field Marshal Dr. Opti on 04 March 2018, 17:26:50
Mo has developed what the doctor thinks is a Bakers cyst at the back of her left knee. She is waiting for a scan, whenever that happens, and has been given naproxen to help with the pain (Jaime will testify to how much use that is).
Anyhow, she could really do with an auto to take the strain off her left knee, so we should be picking this up on Tuesday evening:

(https://preview.ibb.co/cfyKL7/0_E0_E4_B74_903_A_40_D2_8122_F79_FAFF021_EB.jpg) (https://ibb.co/hwLoDS)

You may need to explain that the pedal on the left is not required because the car is an auto. Just a pedal to make it go and a pedal to make it stop.

Be gentle. :)

I thought all cars were auto these days ... all our are.  ???

Oh! I forgot that Gav still likes to be in control ;-)

Yep....his Datsun will have a manual box. :y
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: YZ250 on 04 March 2018, 18:05:04
Mo has developed what the doctor thinks is a Bakers cyst at the back of her left knee. She is waiting for a scan, whenever that happens, and has been given naproxen to help with the pain.......

Sorry to go off track but I cringe when I see that name.

You are probably already aware but those things can be evil bastids if not taken with a counter tablet. We weren't aware at the time but they are intended to be used for two weeks maximum on their own, but as my wife is waiting for a knee replacement they left her on them long term with no counter active tablet. Over nine months later, they had stripped the lining off her stomach, causing chronic heartburn, stomach pains/cramps, but worst of all it was initially diagnosed as stomach cancer.
We went through hell until she was given the all clear. When you go through the many tests they are in no rush to give you any results, sometimes taking over three weeks to let you know.

As I said, hopefully you are aware. I just wouldn't want anyone to go through what we did when it can be avoided.

Anyway, this was something to do with a new car wasn't it. Enjoy.  :y
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: TheBoy on 04 March 2018, 18:30:55
and has been given naproxen to help with the pain (Jaime will testify to how much use that is).
I found them useful, not as a pain killer, but as a anti inflammatory, and like all tablets, make me sleep like a baby.
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: tunnie on 04 March 2018, 18:51:40
Vauxhall’s do offer staggering value, hope Astra serves you well  :y

Our 2014 Zafira Tourer was great value for the money compared to other badges, it’s been great so far.

Making me consider Insignia, for similar money as that Astra get one less than 3 years old. Elite spec, Xenons, leather, etc.

Jag XF is at least 50% more for similar age/spec 
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: BazaJT on 04 March 2018, 19:13:04
At the end of the latest ad for Astra it says British brand since 1903,which given the Americans[GM]have owned it since 1929-and had a stake in it earlier than that-and it's now French owned,seems a little incongruous to be making something of the heritage now!Regardless I think I've owned more Vauxhalls than any other brand and must say I like them.Hope Mrs.Stemo enjoys her new car and that she gets well soon :y :y
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: STEMO on 04 March 2018, 19:33:17
At the end of the latest ad for Astra it says British brand since 1903,which given the Americans[GM]have owned it since 1929-and had a stake in it earlier than that-and it's now French owned,seems a little incongruous to be making something of the heritage now!Regardless I think I've owned more Vauxhalls than any other brand and must say I like them.Hope Mrs.Stemo enjoys her new car and that she gets well soon :y :y
Thanks, Baza, but I don't think there's much chance of that. Just got back from taking the student for a meal in a fish restaurant in Wakefield (you know, on a plate instead of in paper), dropped him back at Sheffield and driven back to Barnsley. She was in so much pain in the car I thought she was going to burst out crying. It's a worry.  :(
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: STEMO on 04 March 2018, 19:34:19
Anyone else would take a few days off but, apparently, the school will explode if she's not there. Stupid woman.
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: TheBoy on 04 March 2018, 19:34:22
Vauxhall’s do offer staggering value, hope Astra serves you well  :y

Our 2014 Zafira Tourer was great value for the money compared to other badges, it’s been great so far.

Making me consider Insignia, for similar money as that Astra get one less than 3 years old. Elite spec, Xenons, leather, etc.

Jag XF is at least 50% more for similar age/spec
But look after the bodywork and chassis of the Omega, it will last a good few more years :y
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: Nick W on 04 March 2018, 19:46:11
Vauxhall’s do offer staggering value, hope Astra serves you well  :y

Our 2014 Zafira Tourer was great value for the money compared to other badges, it’s been great so far.

Making me consider Insignia, for similar money as that Astra get one less than 3 years old. Elite spec, Xenons, leather, etc.

Jag XF is at least 50% more for similar age/spec
But look after the bodywork and chassis of the Omega, it will last a good few more years :y


I'm going to fit the sills I bought for mine, but a realistic look at the rest of it means it's not going to get any more attention. Nor am I going to paint the N/S quarter, or tidy the doors and bumpers. It's now at the stage where I'll be continually working my way around the car. I reckon it will be bean tins in 3 years, less if any major mechanical issues occur. That's true of most of the Omegas I see now  - hanging by that last MOT
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: tunnie on 04 March 2018, 21:26:36
Vauxhall’s do offer staggering value, hope Astra serves you well  :y

Our 2014 Zafira Tourer was great value for the money compared to other badges, it’s been great so far.

Making me consider Insignia, for similar money as that Astra get one less than 3 years old. Elite spec, Xenons, leather, etc.

Jag XF is at least 50% more for similar age/spec
But look after the bodywork and chassis of the Omega, it will last a good few more years :y

Well sills are sorted, it’s MOT time in a couple of weeks. I intend to clean up around chassis section behind front tyres, once spring has sprung, remove all loose crap and slap some waxoyl sealant on it.

Also going to treat it to some new front brakes!

Might even wash it next weekend, it’s filthy after all that snow has melted.
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: Field Marshal Dr. Opti on 06 March 2018, 12:37:21
Does Mrs STMO have any plans for trading in her Astra for something different yet? :)
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: STEMO on 06 March 2018, 13:56:52
Does Mrs STMO have any plans for trading in her Astra for something different yet? :)
Yes.
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: Field Marshal Dr. Opti on 06 March 2018, 13:59:11
Does Mrs STMO have any plans for trading in her Astra for something different yet? :)
Yes.

The delightful and much admired Vauxhall Signum? :)
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: STEMO on 06 March 2018, 14:00:09
Does Mrs STMO have any plans for trading in her Astra for something different yet? :)
Yes.

The delightful and much admired Vauxhall Signum? :)
Don't know, it'll be a few years yet. I'll let you know.
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: Field Marshal Dr. Opti on 06 March 2018, 14:42:59
Does Mrs STMO have any plans for trading in her Astra for something different yet? :)
Yes.

The delightful and much admired Vauxhall Signum? :)
Don't know, it'll be about 5 minutes from now . I'll let you know.

Okay. :)
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: STEMO on 06 March 2018, 15:20:25
Does Mrs STMO have any plans for trading in her Astra for something different yet? :)
Yes.

The delightful and much admired Vauxhall Signum? :)
Don't know, it'll be about 5 minutes from now . I'll let you know.

Okay. :)
Give us a chance to pick it up first.
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: Field Marshal Dr. Opti on 06 March 2018, 17:29:45
Does Mrs STMO have any plans for trading in her Astra for something different yet? :)
Yes.

The delightful and much admired Vauxhall Signum? :)
Don't know, it'll be about 5 minutes from now . I'll let you know.

Okay. :)
Give us a chance to pick it up first.

Judging by how long she keeps hers cars Mrs STMO should be bored shitless with it by April. It's lucky you have almost unlimited wealth. :)
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: Sir Tigger KC on 06 March 2018, 17:42:42


Judging by how long she keeps hers cars Mrs STMO should be bored shitless with it by April. It's lucky you have almost unlimited wealth. :)

I think that this is generally known as the pot calling the kettle black M'lud.  ::)  :)
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: Field Marshal Dr. Opti on 06 March 2018, 17:51:08


Judging by how long she keeps hers cars Mrs STMO should be bored shitless with it by April. It's lucky you have almost unlimited wealth. :)

I think that this is generally known as the pot calling the kettle black M'lud.  ::)  :)

I've owned the mighty Signum for yonks. :P :P
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: Sir Tigger KC on 06 March 2018, 17:56:27


Judging by how long she keeps hers cars Mrs STMO should be bored shitless with it by April. It's lucky you have almost unlimited wealth. :)

I think that this is generally known as the pot calling the kettle black M'lud.  ::)  :)

I've owned the mighty Signum for yonks. :P :P

And I bet it's sick to the back teeth with you!  ;D

How about the Jaaaaag?  ???  About time you chopped that in for something a little more exclusive isn't it?  :-\  Aston Martin?  :y
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: TheBoy on 06 March 2018, 18:04:17
Opti, is the Jaaaggg the SC version, or the whimps engine?
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: Field Marshal Dr. Opti on 06 March 2018, 18:12:39
Opti, is the Jaaaggg the SC version, or the whimps engine?

Yes. 503 BHP....or 510 PS. :)
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: TheBoy on 06 March 2018, 18:15:49
Opti, is the Jaaaggg the SC version, or the whimps engine?

Yes. 503 BHP....or 510 PS. :)
I bet that puts hairs on your chest ;D
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: Field Marshal Dr. Opti on 06 March 2018, 18:25:11
Opti, is the Jaaaggg the SC version, or the whimps engine?

Yes. 503 BHP....or 510 PS. :)
I bet that puts hairs on your chest ;D

It is properly quick but you soon get used to it and want more power and torque.
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: Field Marshal Dr. Opti on 06 March 2018, 18:27:58


Judging by how long she keeps hers cars Mrs STMO should be bored shitless with it by April. It's lucky you have almost unlimited wealth. :)

I think that this is generally known as the pot calling the kettle black M'lud.  ::)  :)

I've owned the mighty Signum for yonks. :P :P

And I bet it's sick to the back teeth with you!  ;D

How about the Jaaaaag?  ???  About time you chopped that in for something a little more exclusive isn't it?  :-\  Aston Martin?  :y



That is completely different. More of a therapeutic aid than a form of transport. ;) ::)
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: TheBoy on 06 March 2018, 18:32:36
Opti, is the Jaaaggg the SC version, or the whimps engine?

Yes. 503 BHP....or 510 PS. :)
I bet that puts hairs on your chest ;D

It is properly quick but you soon get used to it and want more power and torque.
I remember when I first got a bigger bike than the previous one, treating it with respect.  But it doesn't take long before the throttle is always on the endstop ;D
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: Automaticman on 06 March 2018, 19:05:24
 :D
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: BazaJT on 06 March 2018, 19:28:26
While I commend[and can understand]Mrs.Stemos dedication to work she does- as I'm sure you'd agree- take care of her own welfare first.After all what good would she be to the school laid up recovering for weeks/months instead of days?Anyway I wish her well and hope she enjoys her new car :y
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: STEMO on 06 March 2018, 20:50:00
Picked it up earlier....and I caught her out ;D She followed me from north Leeds through the city and on to the M621, then down the M1 until we turned off. I snuck into a dark bit by the side of the road and waited till she passed me, then pulled out a couple of cars behind. She, of course thought I'd gone on ahead. Well......she certainly gave it the beans. Even though hers is a 1.6 diesel and mine is 2.0, I had to floor it to keep up with her on a dual carriageway.
Should have seen her face when I pulled up behind her at home.


She likes it.
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: Sir Tigger KC on 06 March 2018, 20:52:03
Picked it up earlier....and I caught her out ;D She followed me from north Leeds through the city and on to the M621, then down the M1 until we turned off. I snuck into a dark bit by the side of the road and waited till she passed me, then pulled out a couple of cars behind. She, of course thought I'd gone on ahead. Well......she certainly gave it the beans. Even though hers is a 1.6 diesel and mine is 2.0, I had to floor it to keep up with her on a dual carriageway.
Should have seen her face when I pulled up behind her at home.

 ;D ;D ;D


She likes it.   :y :y :y

Just out of interest. Why an Astra as opposed to another Renault or a Focus say?  :-\
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: Nick W on 06 March 2018, 20:53:14

Just out of interest. Why an Astra as opposed to another Renault or a Focus say?  :-\


What a stupid question! ;)
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: STEMO on 06 March 2018, 20:54:33
Picked it up earlier....and I caught her out ;D She followed me from north Leeds through the city and on to the M621, then down the M1 until we turned off. I snuck into a dark bit by the side of the road and waited till she passed me, then pulled out a couple of cars behind. She, of course thought I'd gone on ahead. Well......she certainly gave it the beans. Even though hers is a 1.6 diesel and mine is 2.0, I had to floor it to keep up with her on a dual carriageway.
Should have seen her face when I pulled up behind her at home.

 ;D ;D ;D


She likes it.   :y :y :y

Just out of interest. Why an Astra as opposed to another Renault or a Focus say?  :-\
Cause it looks better and it's red (her) and it's an auto box...not edc or powershift. (me)
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: Kevin Wood on 06 March 2018, 21:09:17
Picked it up earlier....and I caught her out ;D She followed me from north Leeds through the city and on to the M621, then down the M1 until we turned off. I snuck into a dark bit by the side of the road and waited till she passed me, then pulled out a couple of cars behind. She, of course thought I'd gone on ahead. Well......she certainly gave it the beans. Even though hers is a 1.6 diesel and mine is 2.0, I had to floor it to keep up with her on a dual carriageway.
Should have seen her face when I pulled up behind her at home.

 ;D ;D ;D


She likes it.   :y :y :y

Just out of interest. Why an Astra as opposed to another Renault or a Focus say?  :-\
Cause it looks better and it's red (her) and it's an auto box...not edc or powershift. (me)

.. and not French..

Oh, wait! Yes it is. ::)
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: STEMO on 06 March 2018, 21:10:48
Picked it up earlier....and I caught her out ;D She followed me from north Leeds through the city and on to the M621, then down the M1 until we turned off. I snuck into a dark bit by the side of the road and waited till she passed me, then pulled out a couple of cars behind. She, of course thought I'd gone on ahead. Well......she certainly gave it the beans. Even though hers is a 1.6 diesel and mine is 2.0, I had to floor it to keep up with her on a dual carriageway.
Should have seen her face when I pulled up behind her at home.

 ;D ;D ;D


She likes it.   :y :y :y

Just out of interest. Why an Astra as opposed to another Renault or a Focus say?  :-\
Cause it looks better and it's red (her) and it's an auto box...not edc or powershift. (me)

.. and not French..

Oh, wait! Yes it is. ::)
Not yet.
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: tunnie on 06 March 2018, 21:28:40
It’s good Vauxhall have a traditional auto, unlike the Omega I’m sure the torque converter disconnects when stationary.

The Omega always wants to pull in D and have to have brake firmly planted, soon release it’s off. Zaf on other hand, foot off and it’s a second or so before it engages and pulls.

Flipping shifter to one to side and tap down a few, picks up well on joining a motorway.
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: STEMO on 06 March 2018, 22:01:11
It’s good Vauxhall have a traditional auto, unlike the Omega I’m sure the torque converter disconnects when stationary.

The Omega always wants to pull in D and have to have brake firmly planted, soon release it’s off. Zaf on other hand, foot off and it’s a second or so before it engages and pulls.

Flipping shifter to one to side and tap down a few, picks up well on joining a motorway.
Kickdown works fine for me.
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: Field Marshal Dr. Opti on 07 March 2018, 11:58:52

Just out of interest. Why an Astra as opposed to another Renault or a Focus say?  :-\


What a stupid question! ;)


Should I be in the market for a mid-sized saloon I would also choose an Astra in preference to a Focus or Renault.
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: Sir Tigger KC on 07 March 2018, 12:19:10

Just out of interest. Why an Astra as opposed to another Renault or a Focus say?  :-\


What a stupid question! ;)


Should I be in the market for a mid-sized saloon I would also choose an Astra in preference to a Focus or Renault.

For me it would be 50/50 between the equivalent Astra or Focus.  For a newish car that I didn't intend to keep for more than a couple of years as Uncle and Auntie STEMO do, I wouldn't rule out the likes of Renault, Citroen, Fiat, Kia etc, as for a runabout it would depend on the best deal.  ;)

I understand that this attitude is complete heresy for some on here though!  ::)  ;D
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: Andy B on 07 March 2018, 12:22:32
....
Zaf on other hand, foot off and it’s a second or so before it engages and pulls.

 .....

SWMBO's Astra G was like that ...... I was never keen
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: Field Marshal Dr. Opti on 07 March 2018, 12:23:13

Just out of interest. Why an Astra as opposed to another Renault or a Focus say?  :-\


What a stupid question! ;)


Should I be in the market for a mid-sized saloon I would also choose an Astra in preference to a Focus or Renault.

For me it would be 50/50 between the equivalent Astra or Focus.  For a newish car that I didn't intend to keep for more than a couple of years as Uncle and Auntie STEMO do, I wouldn't rule out the likes of Renault, Citroen, Fiat, Kia etc, as for a runabout it would depend on the best deal.  ;)

I understand that this attitude is complete heresy for some on here though!  ::)  ;D

Bearing in mind his advanced age and problem with 'leaks' shouldn't that read Great uncle STMO.
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: henryd on 07 March 2018, 12:23:56
....
Zaf on other hand, foot off and it’s a second or so before it engages and pulls.

 .....

SWMBO's Astra G was like that ...... I was never keen

My Signum was the same,could catch you out sometimes :-X
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: STEMO on 07 March 2018, 13:24:28
I think you'll find that's the hill start assist, press the footbrake long and hard enough and it engages. In normal driving my astra auto is pulling at the leash, the same as every other auto I've driven.
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: 2boxerdogs on 07 March 2018, 13:57:14
I personally think that the Astra is one of the best looking modern cars around, hope it serves Mrs Stemo well & helps with the leg problem.
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: Kevin Wood on 07 March 2018, 14:20:49
I personally think that the Astra is one of the best looking modern cars around, hope it serves Mrs Stemo well & helps with the leg problem.

I agree. It makes me wonder how the Insignia turned out to be such a munter.
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: Field Marshal Dr. Opti on 07 March 2018, 14:53:41
I personally think that the Astra is one of the best looking modern cars around, hope it serves Mrs Stemo well & helps with the leg problem.

I agree. It makes me wonder how the Insignia turned out to be such a munter.

 Yes.The Insignia has certainly been well beaten with the ugly stick. On the plus side they are cheap to buy and in estate form with the 2.8 V6 could possibly replace even the all conquering Signum. :)
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: STEMO on 07 March 2018, 15:22:10
New insignias are quite attractive, but I fail to see why they have tried to keep, if slightly restyle, that horrible rear end.
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: Field Marshal Dr. Opti on 07 March 2018, 15:31:16
New insignias are quite attractive, but I fail to see why they have tried to keep, if slightly restyle, that horrible rear end.

I once knew a girl who had a similar rear end to an Insignia.

"Arse like a bag of spanners" we would quip. :)
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: 2boxerdogs on 07 March 2018, 15:34:14
Had a quick look at one (estate) at my local dealer brand new , something not quite right with the styling , a 2.8 could be a good buy in a couple of years as Opti says.
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: Field Marshal Dr. Opti on 07 March 2018, 15:38:58
Had a quick look at one (estate) at my local dealer brand new , something not quite right with the styling , a 2.8 could be a good buy in a couple of years as Opti says.

Yes, Mr Tilbo. So long as I don't see its (or my reflection in a shop window) I think I could live with the troubled looks of the Insignia.

Makes you wonder how it was signed off for production though. They would need to be blind. :)
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: STEMO on 07 March 2018, 15:47:08
There's something not quite right about the new astra estate too. That chrome strip looks as though it doesn't know what to do with itself once it reaches the back. And, in the flesh, the styling manages to make the rear wheel look smaller than the front.

https://goo.gl/images/RDVaAq
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: 2boxerdogs on 07 March 2018, 16:09:14
We have been having a clear out at home pending a move (if it ever happens) came across some old tin toy cars from my childhood & the styling is quite similar, tiny wheels & a large body overhang front & rear and these date from the 1960s.
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: Kevin Wood on 07 March 2018, 16:35:43
New insignias are quite attractive, but I fail to see why they have tried to keep, if slightly restyle, that horrible rear end.

I think it was probably something to do with trying to make as much of the back end of the car as possible out of a single piece of plastic.

The estate is marginally nicer, however, and probably the one I'd go for anyway.
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: Doctor Gollum on 07 March 2018, 16:37:23
The original Insignia saloon with exterior pack looks tidied than the hatch... Think the Sierra Sapphire vs the jelly blob ;)

The estate is what it is, but again, with decent wheels and exterior pack it looks better...
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: STEMO on 07 March 2018, 16:41:05
We have been having a clear out at home pending a move (if it ever happens) came across some old tin toy cars from my childhood & the styling is quite similar, tiny wheels & a large body overhang front & rear and these date from the 1960s.
Those wheels are 17", but the styling is out of proportion. I prefer the astra J, but then I would, wouldn't I?  :)
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: 2boxerdogs on 07 March 2018, 17:35:23
We have been having a clear out at home pending a move (if it ever happens) came across some old tin toy cars from my childhood & the styling is quite similar, tiny wheels & a large body overhang front & rear and these date from the 1960s.
Those wheels are 17", but the styling is out of proportion. I prefer the astra J, but then I would, wouldn't I?  :)
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I saw an Astra VXR in town yesterday think it was a 65 plate in metallic blue looked stunning.
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: TheBoy on 07 March 2018, 17:57:56
Zaf on other hand, foot off and it’s a second or so before it engages and pulls.
Which is precisely why we only get 1 car through at a time with traffic lights, and every roundabout now has traffic lights.

Whoever came up with that idea, along with the stupid stop/start 'dangle berries', need their testicles cooked up and force fed.
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: STEMO on 07 March 2018, 18:01:08
Zaf on other hand, foot off and it’s a second or so before it engages and pulls.
Which is precisely why we only get 1 car through at a time with traffic lights, and every roundabout now has traffic lights.

Whoever came up with that idea, along with the stupid stop/start 'dangle berries', need their testicles cooked up and force fed.
I think they should be punished, not given a sexually arousing experience.  ;D
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: TheBoy on 07 March 2018, 18:10:12
STEMO, thanks, you make me look perfectly normal ;D
Title: Re: New car for wifey
Post by: Andy B on 07 March 2018, 20:54:22
I think you'll find that's the hill start assist, press the footbrake long and hard enough and it engages. In normal driving my astra auto is pulling at the leash, the same as every other auto I've driven.

No it wasn't. It was as though the gearbox switched off when you sat with your foot on the brake ..... I have some kind of hill start assist on my Merc & Smarts and know the difference and have also drIvey a Merc with 'hold' which is what you described.