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Holden Astra 2008

Holden Astra 2008

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$1,600

The 2008 Holden Astra range of configurations is currently priced from $1,895.

Our most recent review of the 2008 Holden Astra resulted in a score of 6 out of 10 for that particular example.

You can read the full review here.

This is what Graham Smith liked most about this particular version of the Holden Astra: Choice of bodystyles, Diesel and petrol engines, Not expensive to run

The 2008 Holden Astra carries a braked towing capacity of up to 1300 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.

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7.8L/100km (combined)
Hatchback
4 Speed Automatic
Unleaded Petrol
Overview
Likes
Choice of bodystyles
Diesel and petrol engines
Not expensive to run
Dislikes
Timing belt on some engines
Paint may suffer in Aussie sun
SRi variants may have had hard lives

Holden Astra 2008 FAQs

Gear selector problems with a 2008 Holden Astra CDX

Rather than an internal transmission problem, this is probably a simple case of loose fittings where the selector meets the gearbox or even where the selector pivots inside the centre-console. The moving parts inside this mechanism can wear over time and lead to sloppiness in the shift lever itself. You can remove the centre-console panels and see for yourself if there’s excess play or movement in the connections. The fix might be new bushes or guides, but it shouldn’t be a huge job.

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Holden Astra 2008: Can it use an alternator from an '06 model?

You probably could, but before you commit I would line them up to make sure the 2006 alternator would fit the later model. If they do, and I expect they will, you should be okay.

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Holden Astra 2008: Faulty inhibitor switch for the gearbox

A ticking noise is often a sign of a problem with the starter solenoid. If it were the neutral start/safety switch, you wouldn't hear anything because there would no power getting to the starter.

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