I BOUGHT A CHEAP VAUXHALL AGILA FOR £600!

[@msjcars2317]

I think this would be a good replacement for your Range Rover 🚗

[@interceptor-ss8kb]

😂😂😂

[@Sha-Ayo]

Was thinking the AMG GT instead

[@STEVIEBHOY]

I'd get rid of the SL500 for the Agila in a heartbeat 😂🤣😂👌💯

[@msjcars2317]

@@Sha-Ayo well he has so many cars, anyone who drives anything less than a Rangy is a mere mortal lol

[@williamegler8771]

At least it will probably be reliable

[@UnusSedLeo-w5l]

Tough little car. Low spec, low costs! Well done on this one.

[@worldhello1234]

Exactly, the right car for people who don't care about cars but need a car.

[@paulmcgee1867]

Exactly, perfect for many uses

[@englezul108]

@@worldhello1234Honestly I am one of those people have one too

[@DoctorVision]

I was surprised to see one of these pop up on the channel. My mum got one of these last year, her first "new" car purchase in over 22 years and her 4th Vauxhall - loyal to the end. I have to say, it suits her well. Hers is on a much higher spec - air con, electric windows, electric door mirrors, steering wheel buttons, etc. - which was a complete novelty to her as it's her first car with any of these features - and in cobalt blue. She wouldn't have gone near it if it was red, she hates the colour. She paid a bit more (around £4,000) but it had less mileage (50,000 approx) and was newer so it was worthwhile. For her needs, commuting to work, to the shops, etc., it's perfect and economical. The head and footroom in the back is very impressive for a small car and the seats can be folded down in a matter of seconds - it's a very impressive little car and will hopefully prove to be pretty reliable.

[@deaks25]

I'm still amazed how much difference a good clean, new plates and clean wheels actually makes! I'm pretty sure the only reason this car came in under budget is that it's such a low spec example that there was nothing to spend money on. Matt has literally been saved from himself...😂

[@niemanickurwa]

I bought a RAV4, drove it 2 years, cleaned it up and did a few little things, sold it for the same price I got it from the dealer. If you respect the car (by at least cleaning it) and can prove it, people pay accordingly.

[@LordBumSniffington]

A good buff does wonders for the soul… and the car of course

[@thejoneseys]

No central locking and workout windows 💪 This car will keep the new owner fit if nothing else 😂

[@sdsfulham]

They would have arms like popeye within a month of owning this car

[@Adams202]

😂

[@MrGrodsan]

The best! Any to break im in the same situation with a corsa C that i own 🫣😂

[@ricbrook7059]

You don't need central locking when you can open any door with both ass cheeks on the seat....

[@lauriecooper8194]

....but the new owner won't have to keep reaching for their wallet in order to have various "toys" fixed, thereby depriving them of much needed exercise.😂

[@davidwood4271]

I've got the equivalent Suzuki wagon R cracking little car been all over in it never let me down love it

[@Gothicgarlic]

My wife has owned one since new in 2009. Fab car, loads of room due to the high body, five door, cheap, chain engine. So much to like, it’s an underrated car tbf

[@terrificspokesman7416]

12:44 The indicator sounds like a Tesco checkout scanner constantly making noise

[@RaPtOr9600]

No central locking, no remote locking, no power windows or power mirrors. and it's made on 09. Man that is not low spec that is no spec at all. At this point AC that is unobtanium But beats going on foot any day. Great car.

[@colinjones2505]

My missus is on her 2nd one in 10 years. Absolutely loves it. It is actually a Suzuki with a Suzuki engine and a Vauxhall badge, and they rune like a sewing machine. Even the lads at my Vauxhall dealership said they are the best car that Vauxhall have ever sold, and very rarely ever see one in for repairs....unlike most of the other models. A fine fine car indeed, and as you said, not a bad looker either.

[@grahamhilder2064]

Better all round car than a Fiesta (I have both)

[@johnguidetti5839]

@@grahamhilder2064 Don’t be so delusional who you kidding!

[@grahamhilder2064]

@@johnguidetti5839 have you driven both, if you haven't your opinion is completely irrelevant...

[@johnguidetti5839]

@@grahamhilder2064 A fiesta is in a whole segment above. It can’t compare to that city cart.

[@grahamhilder2064]

@@johnguidetti5839 yep, like I said your opinion is irrelevant

[@Murtayafourfun]

I will never get bored of these videos Matt. I love how you do it all in one video and we see the transformation. You really turned this “Agil” around and I’m still in shock at the profit 😉 As always thank you for the content.

[@Astrograss]

I'm surprised you haven't replaced the A on the Agila badge at the back Matt, it's disturbing my ocd 😅 even had to look on your site and its still missing! 😂

[@worldhello1234]

12:20 If the cheapskate Panda doesn't tickle your fancy, the 100 HP gives you almost everything you could ask for in a cheap car like a Panda, a decent amount of horsepower and a rev counter. I supposed to be the "sporty" version.

[@philllev]

I had a 2011 1.2 and it was a great little runabout, these and the Suzuki Splash are quite underrated. Great channel, always enjoyable.

[@flexibleguy]

Hello! I'm from India and we have the Suzuki Splash, although with a different name. The car is 12 years old now (2012) and doesn't give much issues. Great piece of automobile for a middle class family. As you said, I don't think it did extremely well in the marketplace.

[@megapangolin1093]

Thank goodness for a real car being updated and given a new lease of life. This is what normal people look out for- so little to go wrong, simple, capacious and cheap to run. Windey windows are quite manageable for most people who have been trained in old cars, and they are very simple to operate it would appear, almost anyone can use them. Love these obscure models, no one knows about them, but they hold the bottom of the market together for ordinary people just trying to get by. Well done Matt, cracking video and very pleased about the happy budget ending.

[@matthewgodwin3050]

This is how cars used to be; Simple, honest to goodness transport. All you need, nothing more, nothing less. I think it's fantastic. And I bet it'll still be getting someone about when it's done 200k.

[@adammcallister2260]

I appreciate the sentiment but 200k in that sounds miserable. I don’t mind the “Agil” or it’s Splash counterpart but the least I’d expect when buying one is remote central locking, air con and cruise control. That’s my minimum requirement for any car tbh.

[@analogchris9084]

It's pretty cute..... never seen one here in the States. Just right for a second car..... for grocery runs & odd chores etc Steering wheel is still on the wrong side, though!!! 😮😅😊

[@graham6771]

It's a Vauxhall no chance of 200k without loads of parts along the way 😂

[@colechapman6976]

It's a safety death trap. I would not want to get into an accident in one.

[@analogchris9084]

@@colechapman6976 ... l wouldn't likely take it onto a highway.... l'd only be interested in something like this for miscellaneous little trips/ errands around town.

[@md-detailing]

This shows how cheap cars when you wash and detail them look like brand new! Great video, buy and profit as usual Matt :D

[@StephenRandall-x6s]

Quite liked this model Agila, have used at least 3 when I was doing col/del job for Vauxhall dealer. The 1.2 suzuki engine ran like a sewing machine and averaged 45 mpg and was very quiet. Nice large comfy seats and lots of headroom and great visibility. Being tall they were a little twitchy on the motorway in crosswinds but as a town car they were great and they never seemed to need any workshop visits other than for routine servicing. The Design spec had alloys, elec. front windows remote c/locking and air con.

[@jebdunkins6796]

Great Vid Matt, Have to say that that "Agil" looks like it has a lot of life left in it, especially after it's been fixed up (don't think I could buy a car with no A/C though!)

[@thedandy6765]

i got an 04 seat ibiza with 1.4 16v 75hp and it came with AC its done 163k miles and it drives great all i gotta do soon is get a new clutch and install it since it grabs really late and not aswell as id want but heres the thing it cost me 1100 euros

[@danandbaggyshow]

That indicators beep is straight from an 80s computer game

[@igormac88]

not today... not today...😄the face when the sunvisor fell gave me a laugh. really good tranformation for the little Agila (is it still a Agil?) congrats as always. this must be a perfect 1st car for someone or a car for who needs 'just a car'. great!

[@R888EDG]

Been a subscriber since early. When i started i had no license. But now i do. Time for me to start my journey. Thanks for all the awesome content. Much love

[@amato5232]

That car reminds me of the corsa I had when I was 17. No spec! Amazing how a little work can transform something like that

[@sandwormgod4771]

Perfect car for a first timer. It looks good, and does what you'd expect. It'll get you from A to B and most probably C too. Not only that, the buyer can buy with confidence.

[@zaneclone]

My kind of car here... manual everything lol... cheap n' cheerful...! Brightened up well... nice job...

[@paulallen6915]

I bought my son a Suzuki Alto, I must admit to love driving it with its characterful 3 cylinder. It's the closest thing to a classic mini without the rust. These are just rebadged Suzuki's. It the first car I've bought for years that doesn't leak oil.

[@chrispig7748]

The interior of that Range Rover is just pure class. Saw the harry video too. Always fancied an L322

[@matthewmallett4718]

My mum had a 2011 1.2 Agila auto SE with wait for it... a turret rev counter above the speedo binnacle, air con and front foggies. Sadly she became ill and couldnt use it and it had done a mere 23000 miles. It's as good as new and my son who is 17 now has it as his first car. They are the perfect little run around with a great sit up and beg driving position.

[@Oldcranky1]

Well done Matt, another amazing transformation. Nice simple car, not full of electronics to go wrong. Great to see you come under budget for once, someone will love this car and take it over 200k.

[@jamesrobinson9194]

That'll take a while. Very few want to drive a car long distances with no AC

[@grecumihai2230]

​@@jamesrobinson9194You only need AC for like 2 weeks a year in the UK.. 😂😅

[@aliasgharkhoyee9501]

​@@grecumihai2230 what about heating in winter?

[@grecumihai2230]

@@aliasgharkhoyee9501 The car obviously has heating, just not AC..

[@jamesrobinson9194]

@@grecumihai2230 it's good for demisting in winter too, not just a cooling breeze in summer 😊

[@marklizemore5282]

I'm loving your content, Top 3 best automotive KZbinrs. Well done

[@theCybershot123]

Well done Matt cheap basic car brought back to life . The mats price made it for me . A true Fintstone car well done profit tick tick

[@cwshtygriff13]

Love these ‘bread and butter’ cars . They do exactly what they say on the tin ‘and great money spinners. Any potential customers should be extremely happy with their purchase 👍

[@rich_rich90]

I have the replacement car (the Viva). It uses the same GM 1.0 3-cylinder engine. Around town once you've learned the biting & power point that engine is a little go-kart!

[@seany8787]

There is something refreshingly charming about no-frills cars like these. Its not stuck up or pretentious nor does it cost another mortgage worth per month of lease to run! They remind me of the basic type of car you might rent on holiday and rag around a spanish or greek island. This type of car is meant to be ragged everywhere and serviced little, and it will just keep on going, which is just as well because that GM 3 cylinder is a hateful engine, horrible in almost everyway

[@taxus750]

"No central locking" - if you can reach all four doors from the driver's seat, it's got central locking ;) Nothing wrong with Manuel windows either if you ask me.

[@agsproductions4303]

There’s something charming about these type of cars They tend to be bought by first time drivers or just people with more sense than money

[@nothingmuch.3014]

These are very good cars, a favourite with the silvertops. I've never seen one this poverty though. Bulletproof petrol engines.The 1.2 is very darty off the line. Cable operated clutch on these. I've seen the clutch fork in the gearbox become sticky, particularly if the car has had little use. The brake pipes always rust on these. And the front strut tops always develop play, just like a corsa.

[@andrewroberts4736]

Wow, car has been transformed. Reminds me of my first car (Rover Metro gta 1.1 1992). No refinements but a great first car. Ideal to practice with just after the test.

[@whitedogleeds]

Great, honest little car. I would actually choose manual windows every time, having had electric ones fail on me, over and over again.

[@rehansatkhed716]

My family owned one of these back in the days, it was known as Suzuki Ritz, it just won’t go wrong, cheap to run, getting from A to B, definitely had a better design than the WagonR

[@brianbridle951]

I drove a 1.2 version as a "customer car". I was amazed at the space for adults to sit front and back. If you really had to, it was fine (except that red colour).

[@NigelRudyard]

A neighbour of mine has a Splash and a relative had an Agila. Both cars will probably survive the apocalypse. They seem to take punishment very well and rarely seem to go wrong.

[@johnguidetti5839]

There's nothing on it to go wrong.

[@SuperFIFTHGEAR]

@@johnguidetti5839 I did think the same. 😂😂

[@allosaurusfragilis7782]

The suzuki wagons are tough little cars.

[@johnnunn8688]

They will, now you’ve mentioned it……

[@johnathanpearson3203]

Well I got a 2008 1.2 club ac. Only 18k miles. £3400. Needed a new clutch and now drivers side door (central locking) does not work😢. Gets 44mpg average over the last 3.5k miles.

[@mickthompson584]

Worth watching the vid just for your expression when that sun visor dropped down, brilliant!! and a nice car at the end.

[@jeffallinson8089]

My Father-in-law had one of those in the same colour, but a bit better spec and to be fair it was a very good little car. Surprisingly roomy, quite nippy and cheap to tax and run. I would reckon these would be a very good first car for those who are learning or have just passed their test too. Good vid Matt.

[@stephenhiggs4553]

You really know how to make a profit when it comes to buying and selling cars, its your greatest skill.

[@Rjhs001]

Another slightly scruffy little motor rescued Matt. Well done old boy...I love these vids. Cheers.

[@zdendaderman5253]

Hello Matt. I've seen the video on Harry's garage. Still not convinced 🙄. Nothing can beat the £250 Panda, though 😄😄😄 And this Vauxhall is brilliant. And is ULEZ compliant 👌

[@ALNOE_]

The engine in that car looks exactly like the ones in the 2009-2014 ish i think Suzuki Alto/Nissan Pixo. And you did say it was also a suzuki. So i think that 1.0 litre engine is a suzuki engine.

[@patience__8051]

We have an opel agila from '10, lpg one, these are amazing if you consider it as it is, a simple vehicle to go from a to b

[@dghdavies]

Ideal station car, to leave in the car park all day. I had a similar basic spec Ford KA for that, dings and dents didn't matter, but it always started, which did matter.

[@markarnold8160]

Nice one Matt. I think that's a 17-year old new driver's dream. The engine doesn't have much for hills but on more level ground it works pretty well.

[@Sollytp]

I disagree. This was my first car at 17. It was shit.

[@lolitapitpong3826]

😂 different strokes for different folks I guess

[@Harryd06]

yeah ur alright, id rather ride my bike

[@philtowle4683]

It's the sort of car your parents want you to have at 17

[@englezul108]

I brought two days ago the same make and model just year 2010 Vauxhall Agila 75,000 miles, this car it’s just so good for a starter car, mines is on Petrol too, the price was £1397

[@stephenlane9168]

It’s a sensible approach to reverse park your cars especially your range rovers and your GT. Another interesting & entertaining video Matt. Can’t go wrong with a Toyota, neglected unloved Vauxhalls not so much usually, you’ve gone good with this resurrection

[@skodakatie7341]

Once again Matt, you’ve transformed a tired looking car into a very appealing runaround for someone, I’m sure this little Vauxhall will soon sell❤.

[@krackerman3628]

The Agila/Splash is a decent car. I know more than a few older people who bought one based on the low cost to run and higher ride height... It's a really good motor

[@Eric_L456]

Under budget eh? Must be like winning the lottery Matt ! A simple set of wheels that should be cheap to run: fantastic. A second class ride beats a first class walk as my Mum used to tell me. Great video as always.

[@adammcallister2260]

I’m not surprised nothing was wrong with this car. They’re not bought by people who typically abuse cars and they have *double checks my figures* 3 entire features. There’s nothing really to go wrong. People rag on Vauxhall a lot but they had a spell of pretty solid and dependable vehicles in the 00’s. Not the best in class but cheap, tough and often well equipped.

[@AndrewJB]

Top work, I love when a few cheap bits can really change a car! only thing I would of done extra is sort that Agila badge out.

[@brianjohnson5789]

had one as a courtesy car for a few weeks and loved it, staggering to see what they are worth now... car prices are silly now

[@interceptor-ss8kb]

I have never given a Vauxhall Agila a second glance but have now watched an entire video on one 😂. Thanks Matt

[@tarak3439]

I love that you can appreciate cars at all levels despite driving an AMG etc

[@originalchill]

I was loving the (not very often seen) smug under budget face you were pulling 😂 great job Matt 👏🏻

[@matthewcarter2411]

My wife is on her 2nd Agila, went from the basic model to the A/C 1.2 model for a 3 cylinder 5 door run the kids to school car it does the job very well she was upset when Vauxhall stopped making them.

[@gsmdo8836]

Great video as ever, Matt. I would have removed the Agila badge from the tailgate and T-Cut it - would look much better than leaving a sticky A at the end... 😁

[@nickwebb9290]

Great stuff, that’ll make someone a good first car. Cheap as chips to run, ideal 👍

[@Just_Marioooo]

I was just wondering when are you gonna do an Opel/Vauxhall Agila it's a lovely car and I love to see your video on it.

[@connclissmann6514]

Now that you told us it's a Suzuki in disguise, I have calmed my "over my dead body" level of abstraction to this. 64hp - wow, how did you cope? For door with no central locking? I suppose we are a bit spoiled with modern cars. Thanks for the video.

[@CraigTheBrute-yf7no]

It only weighs slightly more than 64 gram

[@davidgibson4840]

We had the equivalent Suzuki splash. 1.3ddis fully equipped. Great car, ran faultless apart from egr clean and alternator stabiliser . 80k miles till my son wrote it off. It crashed well too😂

[@michaelbacon561]

You were reasonably complementary about its styling; I always thought it was a very clever piece of design, making a car that tall looking attractive and well balanced. Not an easy feat. I always thought it was discontinued prematurely; it was a Suzuki after all and it seemed to have too many "city" models on sale at the same time.

[@shaunwest3612]

Great video HPA,nice work matt,car looks great,and you came in under budget, well done 👍😀👌

[@juliancaston9598]

An ideal 1st car for a new driver or a 2nd car as a town runabout to tesco ..for reliability basic is best

[@joeblack007]

There were so many comments on Mr Harry's video about HPA and his love for the Range Rover brand. It was funny and complementary at the same time.

[@ianevans3619]

Nice one Matt you never went over your budget !! Car looks good , you will have no issues selling that , could of got a seat from the brakes yard and cleaned it up , would have been cheaper 👍

[@pleenc30]

amazing, most are Barbie "pink" now after being cooked in the sun. looks a good example that Matt, well done.

[@chrisoncars4879]

They're great little runabouts, cheap to buy and keep, and they tend to be reliable. I've got a 2011 Agila 1.2 automatic, drives surprisingly well and does 50mpg! All Agila Mk2s use Suzuki engines, so a better bet than the Vauxhall units.

[@SuperRedshark1]

You know what you are talking about Matt and did a great job on this car. I bought one of these and ignorant people are really rude about it. But for me it does what a car should do. It was the most reliable car in Europe for many years and mine has yet to develop a fault in 12 years. Running costs are very low. Mine is much better equipped being top of the range and the 1.2 engine makes it fine in any situation. I bought it because it was spectacularly cheap despite being very low mileage and like new. It's nice enough to drive, has a raised seating position for my wife, van-like practicality for me and a small footprint to fit my parking space. The smart red paint has a clear coat and is still shiny unlike the faded red of other Vauxhalls. The car was actually jointly designed by Suzuki and Opel in Germany and is really a Suzuki Splash, built in Suzuki's factory in Hungary. I hope my next car is this good.

[@philryan7254]

Good morning matt, that will make a nice little car for someone who just needs a cheap small runaround, nice one cheers Phil form Newark

[@ged3680]

Good evening Matt, nice little car that scrubbed up well and under budget. Thank you for taking the time to upload another video. Ged

[@thomasfrancis5747]

Saw that Harry's Garage video recently - I could see him talking to a bloke with extreme middle aged spread in the small still image and thought "I bet that's Clarkson"... Quite like Agilas/Splashes as practical reliable monoboxes - bit less rustprone than a Honda Jazz.

[@Brian-om2hh]

Cars such as this are vital to the market. This type of car is the motoring equivalent of the property first time buyer.....

[@brunomferreira]

I That CLS SB comment was gold 😂 (yeah I own one). Absolutely love them since I saw the very first one

[@Neil-Hanson67]

Hi Mat, great video on the little car, i thought i would take this opportunity with it been your newest release to say i have purchased a Jaguar XF-S Portfolio on your many recommendation videos you have done, i have been very lucky in the one i have bought as it has full dealership service history and has never wanted for anything, so thought i would thank you for showing me a car i would probably never have looked at.What a car. In the process of selling my 2005 X5 to try fund it though lol.

[@monkeychops1585]

Off topic but I also watched that Harry’s Garage episode, I reckon you’ve got a couple of ready made customers there for L322s!

[@matthighley1461]

Had the MK1, based on the Suzuki Wagon R. Great little car for a delivery driver job.

[@andrewmarriott4033]

See a 10 plate white agila most mornings looks quite nice in white Also someone on our street has a Suzuki splash all pointless information I no But great video 👍

[@Furzepark-c8j]

I'm only a quarter the way through this video. But if you don't say, "I overspent on this car" by the end, I'll eat a tenner. 😂 Edit: bugger. Currently eating a crisp ten pound note 😂

[@Milnoc]

If you swallow it whole, you can get it back! 😂

[@ianyoud1]

Hi Matt another great video wow you coming in under budget I’m shocked hope you are well best wishes ian

[@RikAindow]

Looks like a good, honest car for someome. I didnt realise that anyone but Dacia still made such basic cars, though!

[@filipwennergren2712]

I guess the engine and most of the other mechanics is from Suzuki, wich is really good 👍🏽

[@ianputt2045]

What a great little car ❤ if only brand new cars came with no electric windows nor central locking reminds me of a G reg Rover 216 SLI I had fantastic car with the Honda engine.

[@jonnyjenkins1209]

Great post Matt and some decent profit nice easy one for you . Please could you let me your upholstery guy as I have Merc w204 coupe with artico bolsters and the driver seat is just beginning to go and I would like to keep on top of it . Cheers Matt . Great channel

[@Mike76770]

I have a Suzuki Splash a little bit the same than this car I see🙂, beautiful video greetings from Belgium😉

[@gt197]

Literally polished a profit into that one Matt..great job 👍🏻

[@davewhittles]

nothing wrong lots of people want a cheap runabout

[@Brian-om2hh]

Exactly right.....

[@MaddocHarrison]

Yeah and I’m sure it has a lot of life left in it but I would struggle to drive something like that everyday

[@analogchris9084]

Yup.... exactly right !!!

[@niallwood]

Cheap runabouts will always sell, and if I was in the market for one then I'd definitely consider one of these, or any other small car.

[@alexandrecouture2462]

This is worthy of the Medium Peak Auto title! It's sold as the Chevrolet Spark in Canada.

[@TheKiteless]

Fair play on that one! Job jobbed so to speak..........well, apart from that missing "A" on the boot badge (could shave 0.01 seconds off the 0-60 dash, though)

[@iangrice329]

These are a re badged Suzuki Spash. Vauxhall bought them from suzuki fitted slightly different bumpers and lights and charged more for them than the equivalent Suzuki. My wife has a splash as a teaching car, they are un burstabl. The 2 petrol engines are from Suzuki the diesel is from Fiat.

[@S-Ltd1000]

I'm looking for a small auto for my daughter and one of these with a higher spec cropped up locally. Well she wasn't having any of it and even with limited knowledge of cars she could see it had old person written all over it. Shame as underneath the granny wagon exterior there's a decent and reliable little runabout.

[@NightShooter87]

Beautiful little motor. The amount of cars I've had with all the toys in them are a pain when they go wrong, with these basic little cars, they good fun and not so much to go wrong.

[@AsekiBekovy]

The small 3 cylinder can become a little oil burner though. Had a friend run rhe oil empty because it went so fast

[@TimpBizkit]

​@asekibekovy3320 my cooper s has got through 5 litres in 6 months. When the oil warning light comes on during a hard corner it's time for more!

[@KameronDonovan]

nothing wrong lots of people want a cheap runabout. Tough little car. Low spec, low costs! Well done on this one..