1997 Vauxhall Astra cutting out when slowing down

1997 VAUXHALL ASTRA
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Engine Mechanical problem
1997 Vauxhall Astra V8 Manual 150000 miles

starts great when been sat for time/days.
but if nip to shops then re-start it, say, after half hour, won't start. at junctions its revs just fall then cuts out.

dead spot apparently at standstill/low revs then dies, and will not re start. will with jump leads, but still does not last for long

new battery?
new alternator?

summat else?

help. i am female, and aint got a clue, and do not want to be ripped off yet again, by a garage, til i know the problem.
Sep 28, 2009 at 11:13 AM
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