Vauxhall Vectra Hatchback (1995 - 2002) 1.8 LS 5d (1997/R) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Great shiny blue/purple colour. Great alloys and low profile tyres stand out. Unfortunately for Vauxhall they are not factory

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

Nice. Tidy. Everyone loves the alloys (because they are not factory).

Would you buy this car again and why?

No way! Cut out problem drives me f+(£!&% mad!

What are you likely to buy next?

Saab 9-3. Not much more than a Vectra or Mondeo but I would expect better quality.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Didn't buy from a dealer

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£870

When did you buy the car?

April 2007

Did you get a good deal and why?

Low mileage for its age (60,000 at the time) and 10 yrs old

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

alloys cd s/roof (lots of extras)

What was the dealer like?

N/A (private sale)

What's it like to drive?

Vibrates alot at 70-80mph and above. Not great for long distance motorway although without this problem would be very comfortable.

What's it like to park?

Good windows everywhere. Easy enough with the right space.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Have it in the garage about every 4 months with odd things. Bills end up being around £100 a time. Engine always cutting out at intersections during first 2-3 minutes of running time. Very annoying when doing stop start journeys. Occasionally engine will rev itself for no reason. Had garage to look at it as well as cutting out problem several times but with no joy. Apparently an unfixable design fault in the engine management/idle valve. Getting rid of car as am fed up with this problem. All other mechanics have been fine. Very reliable otherwise.

What's most practical about your car?

Great boot size

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Factory stereo/speakers are great. Good sound. Far superior to Mondeo