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I was in the market for a replacement for the trusty Focus and certainly not looking for (another) Astra, but anyone who knows me well will say I can’t overlook a bargain Vauxhall. This was very much a ‘chance’ purchase as it was supposed to go for scrap (with no MOT) and was a non-runner after being parked up for a little over a year. It’s rust free, pretty much free of marks and dings, low mileage and a nice spec, with half leather, front and rear electric windows, automatic lights and rain-sensing wipers. What’s not to like?
There’s a bit of a journal here, starting with a few photos of it where I recovered it from and then a job list that details the work I’ve needed (or chosen) to do.
Outline costs:
| Date | Description | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| 23/2/2018 | Car | £150 |
| 24/2/2018 | Halfords HCB063 calcium battery, HOF330 oil filter and SET101 front wiper blades | £83.64 |
| 24/2/2018 | Cam belt locking tool kit (from Hong Kong!) | £15.99 |
| 26/2/2018 | MOT Test fee | £43.00 |
| 26/2/2018 | Mintex MDB2633 front discs and pads | £50.50 |
| 26/2/2018 | Mintex rear brake discs and pads | £51.90 |
| 28/2/2018 | Tailgate release switch (outside) | £32.75 |
| 1/3/2018 | Cambelt kit (Genuine GM) and thermostat (Genuine GM) | £127.20 |
| 17/4/2018 | OSF brake flexi hose | £13.10 |
| 19/1/2019 | Oil filter (Halfords VOF330) | £7.49 |
| Total: | £575.57 |