Description
PLEASE NOTE: This vehicle runs and drives but has engine issues. Best suited for repair, project, or parts.
2016 Vauxhall Astra 1.4 Turbo good condition overall, but engine has a fault following a poor reconditioning job. The car still drives and starts fine, but stutters under heavy acceleration.
A Vauxhall specialist has inspected the vehicle and noted misaligned components, missing casing, and a potential fire hazard from the gearshift contacting an exposed pipe.
Work previously completed on the engine includes:
-Engine stripped to component level, washed and cleaned
-Head gasket kit fully replaced (main cause of overheating addressed)
-Two new pistons fitted
-Timing chain kit / timing belt kit replaced
-Piston rings replaced
-Cylinder head stripped, pressure tested, resurfaced
-Valve guides checked and replaced as needed; valve seats cut
-Cylinder block re-honed / re-bored as necessary
-Connecting rods re-honed
-Main and big-end bearings replaced
-Crankshaft polished and/or reground
-Oil pump reconditioned
-Valves re-faced, lapped, and vacuum tested
-Camshaft checked and polished if needed
-Engine reassembled with all new gaskets and seals
Ideal for someone looking for a repair project or for parts.
Interior in excellent condition, and exterior in good condition but with a few micro-dents and a small scrape on passenger side rear wheel arch.
High spec boasting lane assist, collision assist, cruise control and sports mode. Other features include SATNAV and Apple CarPlay/Android Auto.
Full Service History and 3 previous owners, with MOT til March 2026.