Vauxhall Vectra Hatchback (2002 - 2005) 2.0 T SRi 5d (03) (2004/53) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Practical with an eye to performance at a good price
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Suprised at performance and economy
Would you buy this car again and why?
No, but that's nothing against the car - I never buy the same model twice
What are you likely to buy next?
Not due to change yet
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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?
£9,600
When did you buy the car?
April 2005
Did you get a good deal and why?
Great deal, car was just over 12 months old and paid less than 50% of new cost
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Value for money given the performance, space and practicality
What was the dealer like?
Very helpful independent dealer
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Quick and responsive. Minimal turbo lag, fgood low down torque, excellent for overtaking. Lacks a little grip at the limit - choose tyres carefully.
What's it like to park?
No problems, light steering, rear obscured if you're short.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Problem with in dash IT control unit, replaced under warranty (Just as well replacement cost approx £550 plus fitting) Otherwise only routine servicing
What's most practical about your car?
Performance and space. Good driving position - copes with two drivers, one 6'8" and one 5'3". Seats very comfortable on long runs. Huge boot! Good fuel consumption - average 35mpg
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
6 speed gearbox a real pluspoint both on motorways and cross country - very flexible