Vauxhall Vectra Hatchback 2.0 GLS 5d (AC) (99) (1999/T) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Can't really complain.
Costs
Hasn't really cost me that much in the 3 years I have owned it.
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On the road
Driving
I'm spoilt because I used to have a Calibra - just doesn't compare.
Performance
Sorry, but can't help comparing this to the Calibra, which I suppose is a bit unfair - but it's hardly a performance rated car is it?
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Living with it
Reliability
None too bad. Had a problem with a valve on the carb, which had to be replaced, but apparently Vauxhall were aware of this problem and have done a mod on later models.
Image
To the person who just wants to drive from A to B, maybe OK, but to anyone who cares about what they drive - well, it's hardly the Porsche image.
Comfort
Again, can't really complain about this. I do find it quite comfortable.
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Security and Service
Security
Vauxhall's deadlock system prevented would-be theives getting into my Calibra, so I guess it's good enough for the Vectra.
Service
At 1st service (after I bought the car), the car was 3 years old, so had it done by the AA.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Valve replaced on carb. Engine kept cutting out when idling, but Vauxhall did know about this problem.
Other
Both headlamp bulbs went within 2 weeks of each other? Coincidence or what?
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes