Vauxhall Vectra Hatchback (2005 - 2008) 1.8i VVT SRi 5d (Sat Nav) (2006/06) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

That I have a family and am not fooled by all the badge snobbery.

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

Don't know and don't care.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Definitely, why not?

What are you likely to buy next?

Next car will be a company car but might get an Insigina or Passat.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchised

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£9,500

When did you buy the car?

May 2007

Did you get a good deal and why?

Price was god and part-ex was good.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Wanted a big family car.

What was the dealer like?

Awful, but as it was quite far from home we stuck with it as the car was what we wanted.

What's it like to drive?

Down listen to Clarkson, this car drives really well and handles fine, and I've driven all sorts of racing cars (track) so have a good idea what handling is good/bad. Really comfortable and a great cruiser. Easy to drive and a pleasure after a long day.

What's it like to park?

Okay, but it is a big car.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Only one minor fault fixed under warranty, leak on power steering, other than that tyres and one shock absorber.

What's most practical about your car?

Boot size and interior space and comfort.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Has almost everything, including Nav which is really useful.