Vauxhall Vectra Hatchback (1995 - 2002) 1.8 LS 5d (1998/R) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Family guy wanting a car with a big boot
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Nice looking when polished (British Racing Green)
Would you buy this car again and why?
No way - not unless it was proven to me that the idle valve was no longer a problem
What are you likely to buy next?
Audi A4
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Independent
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£7,000
When did you buy the car?
March 2001
Did you get a good deal and why?
OK
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Nice looking and massive boot
What was the dealer like?
Alright
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Average
What's it like to park?
A struggle, big car and not the best power steering available
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Yes, the reverse switch on the gearbox failed, meaning the car was stuck in reverse. Idle valve was the worst - apparently a design fault tat could not be fixed - went back to garage a few times to get this cleared up but no luck. Car would stall when pulling up to roundabouts, junctions etc then cut out. eventually got rid of the car
What's most practical about your car?
The boot - massive
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Radio
