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Holden Barina 2007 Problems

Are you having problems with your 2007 Holden Barina? Let our team of motoring experts keep you up to date with all of the latest 2007 Holden Barina issues & faults. We have gathered all of the most frequently asked questions and problems relating to the 2007 Holden Barina in one spot to help you decide if it's a smart buy.

Holden Barina 2007: What's causing the doors to lock and suddenly unlock?

Barinas were noted for their electrical problems. It could be an earthing problem, or a wiring problem, the only way to find out is to trace it through the wiring loom, or enlist the help of an auto electrician.

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Holden Barina 2007: Rocker gasket leaks oil

Those early Barinas were prone to oil leaks. I guess that you have had it repaired before, but without success. If it's fixed properly it shouldn't leak, but it could be that it needs a better sealant, or the surface of the rocker cover might need machining flat.

Holden Barina 2007: Stalling and losing revs?

The relative complexity of today’s cars means that sometimes things happen that are difficult to explain, particularly if error codes aren’t showing up. It’s then a question of changing things until the cause is found, which it seems is what the dealer is doing.

Holden Barina 2007: Good first car for p-plater?

You're right to be concerned about the safety of the 2007 Barina, it only had front airbags and ANCAP rated it only two stars. Side front airbags weren't made standard until November 2008, after which it was given a four-star rating. You would be much better off going for the later, safer, model. I also agree with your thinking about having him drive a manual, that way he'll be a more capable driver. Based on your assessment of the condition of the car you're considering it would be worth around $4500.

Used Holden Barina review: 2006-2011
NEW The Korea-built TK Barina got off to a rather rocky start when the Euro NCAP people could only give it a miserable 2-star rating. At a time when carmakers were making great strides in the area of safety the littlest Holden stood out for all the wrong reasons. But by 2008 things were looking up when it was given it
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