Vauxhall Vectra Hatchback (1995 - 2002) 2.0 SRi (140ps) 5d (99) (1999/T) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Wannabe flash geezer.

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

Everybody liked it and it does stand out, especially with the Alloys, Spoiler and twin Double D stainless exhaust.

Would you buy this car again and why?

I would as it was an extremely reliable car, although I would be more likely to go for the 2.2 150 or the V6 if I got another SRi, for the extra performance.

What are you likely to buy next?

Purchased a Mondeo Diesel after this car to lower my fuel bills.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Didn't buy from a dealer

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£1,200

When did you buy the car?

January 2007

Did you get a good deal and why?

£1200 Taxed & tested some history and in immaculate condition.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

My previous Honda suffered some major cosmetic damage after a run in with a 4x4 and got offered this by a friend - snapped it up!

What was the dealer like?

What's it like to drive?

Drives very well once it's going, 1st and 2nd gears felt a bit short. Never going to set the world alight but adequate performance for a 4door family car. Corners well with the SRi suspension set up.

What's it like to park?

Easy although the rear spoiler does restrict visibility to a certain extent.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Apart from routine servicing and consumables such as tyres, absolutly nothing.

What's most practical about your car?

Hatchback boot and folding rear seats were an advantage over previous Saloon cars that I have owned, towbar also came in useful.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Air conditioning - first vehicle I had owned that had it.