Vauxhall Vectra Saloon (2002 - 2005) 2.0DTi LS 4d (2002/52) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
I want to be a rep?
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Love it and are surprised by how good it is on the inside.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes. Reliable, very economical - it has yet to do less then 40mpg. It is a nice place to be.
What are you likely to buy next?
Vectra estate if it is my own money, possibly an Insignia if it is a lease car.
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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?
£2,000
When did you buy the car?
February 2010
Did you get a good deal and why?
Not particularly, the centre seat belt had broken - common problem apparently, but the dealer had push most of it underneath the seat. Replaced for £160
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
I liked its looks and as it is a saloon it had more head room in the back - very important for a 1.96m tall son!
What was the dealer like?
Seemed ok
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Lovely. It is very comfortable and quite quiet, despite middle of the road tyres. The engine is not the most powerful but does not seem to have a narrow power band like turbo diesels usually have. Great for long distance driving.
What's it like to park?
Once used to how long it is, no problem.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
No. I have done 16000 miles since buying it.
What's most practical about your car?
The boot, it is huge and easy to access.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Despite it being a base model it has a lot of kit. I love the standard cruise control, love the auto wipers especially.
