Vauxhall Vectra Hatchback (2002 - 2005) 1.8 SXi 5d (2003/53) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Family man.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Not a lot.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes but not sxi or sri as would prefer softer suspension. Design model with half leather would be nice.
What are you likely to buy next?
1.8 Design model.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Didn't buy from a dealer
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£2,200
When did you buy the car?
July 2010
Did you get a good deal and why?
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Cheap car, nice and big for the kids and buggies.
What was the dealer like?
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Nice to drive. Handles well for a big car. Quite pokey for a 1.8.
What's it like to park?
Surprisingly easy for a big car, even the wife agrees.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Nothing for first 2 years of owning the car but just this year its had a starter motor and a radiator, and the n/s door wouldn't open from the outside. Luckily i am a mechanic so have done all the work myself. Fuel consumption should be better for a 1.8.
What's most practical about your car?
BIG boot is a god send.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Air con.
