2003 Vauxhall Astra 1.6 Bertone Convertible
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Highlights
- Low mileage Astra Bertone Cabriolet
- Three owners from new
- Very smart overall
- Electric folding roof
The Appeal
The Mk4 Vauxhall Astra was one of the UK’s most popular cars for a reason – but whilst it was a perfectly decent car in almost every respect, it wasn’t exactly sexy.
So, in order to inject a bit of pizzazz into the Astra line-up, Vauxhall turned to Italian styling house Bertone for help. In 2001, two new Italian-designed Astras came along – a striking coupé and an equally attractive convertible, each aimed at adding a bit of desirability to the Vauxhall mix.
It was a successful formula – the previously staid Astra evolved into a bit of a looker, and today the Bertone models have an increasingly popular following, as usable, inexpensive modern classics.
This one is a great example if you want a fun car that’s both cheap to own and run, but also looks the part. A 1.6-litre entry-level model, it still comes with an electric power-folding roof as well as some Irmscher styling accessories. It’s the perfect modern classic for a young enthusiast, or as a family-friendly drop top for the upcoming summer.
The History and Paperwork
- UK V5C
- MOT June 2024
- Low tax and insurance model
- Supplied new by Vauxhall Fleet Management as a management company car, and two private keepers since
- Service book stamped to 54,010 miles
- Genuine low mileage car
- Original handbook and audio manual
The Condition
- Star Silver Metallic
- Six-spoke factory alloy wheels in good overall condition
- Overall very tidy condition with no dents or visible corrosion
- Irmscher front grille
- Electric folding canvas roof in good working order
- Some minor paint deterioration on boot plinth
- Body and paint in good order otherwise with only minor marks and scratches and nothing of any real note
- Two-tone charcoal and grey cloth upholstery
- Some wear to driver’s side seat bolster
- Seats are otherwise in excellent order
- Factory CD player with steering wheel controls
- Four electric windows
- Some wear to gear lever shroud
- White-back sports dials
- Air conditioning
The Mechanics
- 1.6-litre petrol
- Five-speed manual transmission
- Starts and runs well with no excessive exhaust smoke
- No warning lights on dash
- Described by vendor as in good working condition and sold with no known mechanical issues
BEFORE YOU BUY
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Vehicle specification
- Year 2003
- Make Vauxhall
- Model Astra
- Colour Silver
- Odometer 65,443 Miles
- Engine size 1598
Auction Details
- Seller Type Private
- Town London Colney
- Location Hertfordshire
- Country United Kingdom
8
bids
from 4
bidders
- ri•••• £2,100 13/04/24
- ar•••• £2,000 13/04/24
- ri•••• £1,900 13/04/24
- ar•••• £1,800 10/04/24
- st•••• £1,600 10/04/24
- ar•••• £1,500 10/04/24
- ri•••• £1,000 10/04/24
- Em•••• £900 10/04/24
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