I had the timing belt fail on an astra
I sold the car on ebay for £100
:(
( turb0t, Thu 14 May 2009, 16:44, archived)

It's only 4 years old.
I'll get it done in a few months maybe, but it's only done 23K. The recommended change is at 40K or 4 years, but I suspect money grabbing going on, as the rubber won't perish that quickly.
( Dave Trouser ; the people's choice - 75% agree, Thu 14 May 2009, 16:47, archived)