Holden Astra 1998 FAQs

Check out real-world situations relating to the Holden Astra 1998 here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.

• What is the best medium sized car on the market?

  Your need for a 1998 or later model for $10,000 makes things difficult. I would recommend you try a Nissan Pulsar N15 which was introduced in 1995 -- it's well built, reliable and has good resale value.

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• Rust territory

  MANY Territory owners have responded to our call for information about their cars. It seems there could be a problem with rustproofing on the locally built crossover wagon. No doubt there will be questions about the effect of living near the sea when you approach Ford, so do your homework and be prepared to answer them.

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• The car alarm system in my 1998 Holden Astra hatch activates for no reason, what could be the problem?

  Holden Astras of this vintage have been known to suffer false alarms from the security system, and it seems as though a re-flash or replacement of the ECU (on-board computer) is the ultimate fix. In many other cases, false alarms are the result of faulty switches and sensors, but the Astra’s track record suggests the computer will be the culprit. At which point you have a decision to make which may involve disabling the alarm system altogether (make sure you advise your insurance company if you go down this road).

  This model Astra was also infamous for a radio that could turn itself on (independent of the ignition system) and flatten the battery.

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