Opel Insignia for €12,000 - worth it?

With a budget of €12,000 is a 2009 Opel Insignia a good buy?

Ciaran Cotter (CORK)

Jul 2013 Filed under: choosing used car

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Expert answer

Hi Ciaran,

Yes. We like the Insignia and it does a pretty good impression of an Audi A4 for a lot less money. As with any long-run mass-produced car, keep an eye out for faults and while the Insignia is well built, gearbox and steering issues are not unheard of. The 2.0-litre CDTi diesel engine is the best one to go for, especially in ECOFlex form as it's in Band A for road tax and if you can track down one of the gorgeous and practical estates. you're on to a winner.

Let us know how you get on

Neil Briscoe - Complete Car Adviser
@neilmbriscoe