Vauxhall Vectra Hatchback (2005 - 2008) 1.8i VVT Design 5d (2008/08) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

I am an average sort of person who is sensible and doesn't need to show off.

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

It's OK. Nothing special except the price.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Yes, it does all I want at a price that is a bargain.

What are you likely to buy next?

Passat, Insignia or Mondeo.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchised

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£6,999

When did you buy the car?

January 2009

Did you get a good deal and why?

Yes - the Insignia had just been introduced and at £7,999 for a large family car just 10 months old with 11,000 miles on the clock and 2 years warranty left - I'd be crazy not to buy it.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Large family car - very cheap to buy. Ticked all the boxes.

What was the dealer like?

Awful - it took nearly all afternoon haggling over minor issues like car tax - he wanted to keep the tax on my old car (full year's worth).

What's it like to drive?

Perfectly fine - I'm not a racing driver and it is a family car. I am not into trying to compete with others at a racing start from the lights and hurtling round bends not knowing what's just around them. I may be boring but they are idiots!

What's it like to park?

OK. It's a big car, no reversing sensors on this one but that has never been an issue for me.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Nothing at all. 46,000 miles (total now 57,000) and 4 years and 5 months later all it's had are services and tyres.

What's most practical about your car?

Size of the boot.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

DAB radio with 6 cd changer that plays MP3s.