Aargh - how hard is it to try and test drive a Barina SRi?
Ok, I live in Perth, and I have been chasing a test drive of the new(ish) Barina SRi for four weeks - before I leave for 7 weeks in Europe.
I have to order a car on Friday to replace my current lease thats ceasing in July.
As soon as I ask a dealer that I see one at they say we just got it in and its already sold, or if I visit another dealer (that has been confirmed by the dealer I visit as having one), they haven't got it or it's sold, in fact what most say is that they only get one in if it's ordered (and built to order).
What I want to know is:
1. Is it worth test driving? I mean I have an '02 Astra SRi, will I find the Barina SRi a great drive? or won't I be impressed? Is it really small compared to my SRi?
2. How different is it to the '02 Barina SRi? much of a difference?
3. Is it true production has slowed and not many are reaching Oz?
4. Is the motor the same as the 1.8 in the Astra Classic?
5. Is it really a suitable car for driving long distances in the country?
6. How long will I have to wait if I order?
Any advice would be great, or a test drive even better (anyone with dealer info about Perth stock?) - darn dealers out here in the West only want to flog V8's and Commodore V6s.
Might have to go Corolla Sportivo..... :wink: