I bought a 2005 Chevy Optra Wagon with standard transmission in Canada. It now has just over 60,000 km's on the odometer. I put a K&N type air filter on it which has made it torquer and rev easier. There was a recall on the headlight wiring harness, no big deal it was done promptly at the dealer. Overall I'm very happy with my purchase, it has the extra room our family needs and its decent on gas. It was priced right, thousands less then the Ford focus and it has four wheel disc brakes and I really like the styling. It's not nearly as common as the other wagons here in Canada, I would definately buy another one. As for improvements, it would be a 6 speed manual for better highway economy!!
Thanks for the great forum guys!
RandyT.