Vauxhall Vectra Hatchback (2005 - 2008) 1.9 CDTi SRi (150ps) 5d (Sat Nav) (Exterior pack) (2006/56) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Family man- but far from mr boring average

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

only comment ive ever had about my car was about a crappy black Citron XM i used to have, cause i looked like Night rider.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Yes but only if they get their act together and put a decent slick gearbox in it.

What are you likely to buy next?

just bought a Fiat Croma diesel for the wife and kids, I will have to wait 2 more years yet!

Type of dealer you bought from?

Independent

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£13,995

When did you buy the car?

October 2006

Did you get a good deal and why?

List price was 19,600 and I got it for just under 14,000 with 9000 miles on the clock, 6 months old

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

What was the dealer like?

Arnold Clark - happy to sell it, but crap!! service afterwards

What's it like to drive?

Superb handling and good stopping power, go,s round bends as if its on rails due the stiffend suspension. Excellent torque from the 16v Diesel. Let down though with the clunky, gearbox! but that my only gripe.

What's it like to park?

No probs light steering.

Have you had any problems with the car?

windscreen wiper motor went, but replaced under warrenty with excellent vauxhall dealership

What's most practical about your car?

Its a brilliant all round family car with enough grunt and handling to keep you smiling from time to time.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

None to crow about