Greg, you still there? Gotta a query for you. I like my Astra XR very much, but would like it more if I could've got it with leather seating, better stereo, and 17" wheels and suspension (none of which I could get with a 5 spd, go figure). With the…
I've noticed that my Astra at startup kicks the revs up to over 1200 and holds it for about 15-30 seconds depending on the weather. This is to warm the oil in the block quickly so you can drive it quicker, so you won't waste gas and pollute the envi…
I had the dealership put a clear bra on my Astra before I drove it off the lot. Its protects a huge area and was worth the money. However, the car does chip in the front where it is not protected. I have no idea why, maybe because its the most Europ…
Does anyone know of any speed mods that I can make for my Astra XR, beyond the K&N filter or replacing the 1.8L with the 2.0L turbo it should've come with??
Stop by your local auto shop and look and the Spectre Cold Air 3". I took off the top of the air box and disconnected it then connected the cone to the standard 3" tube. Instant difference, as by now you've found out there is no aftermarket cold air induction systems available (due to the #s of Astras being so small)