Vauxhall VX220 (2000 - 2005) 2.2 16V 2d (2001/51) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Don't want the usual boring car.

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

Love it, apart from the previous lack of heating!

Would you buy this car again and why?

100% yes its the perfect drivers car

What are you likely to buy next?

Maybe a turbo but don't really know

Type of dealer you bought from?

Didn't buy from a dealer

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£8,995

When did you buy the car?

November 2008

Did you get a good deal and why?

Wasn't the cheapest NA around but was in great nick and very low mileage for its age

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Had a Smart roadster before hand and was the logical step up.

What was the dealer like?

Not bad

What's it like to drive?

Amazing, a big step up from the Smart Roadster in not only speed but handling (where the roadster isn't exactly poor istelf)

What's it like to park?

Not that bad but with no PAS its not the easiest

Have you had any problems with the car?

Heater was a bit naff when I first got it but after a quick look on vx220.org.uk it was a quick and cheap fix.

What's most practical about your car?

VX220 and Practicality aren't two words you'd put together really.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Just bought a hardtop which looks awesome