Is the Opel Astra a safe bet in terms of residuals?

Do Opel Astras (three-door, sport version) hold their value and is there demand for used models? I am thinking of buying a 2008 model and I am just wondering would it be easy or difficult to sell on privately in about two years time. And would it loose a lot of its value?

Thanks.

Niamh Martin (Dublin)

Mar 2014 Filed under: used car values

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Expert answer

Hi Niamh,

You shouldn't have a major problem as long as you look after the car and keep the service history up to scratch. Opels are perennially popular second hand buys, so while the badge means you won't get the value retention of, say a BMW or an Audi, there should always be a reasonably willing audience out there for one.

Neil Briscoe - Complete Car Adviser
@neilmbriscoe