Vauxhall VX220 (2000 - 2005) 2.0 Turbo 2d (2003/03) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

that you have chosen a car because of how it drives and feels and looks!

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

they love it to bits!

Would you buy this car again and why?

yes definatly out of choice though probly go for the vxr version just for that more track set up feel and the little bit more power.

What are you likely to buy next?

either a noble m12 which is like its bigger brother or TVR T350 for similar performance but more comfort!

Type of dealer you bought from?

Independent

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£15,000

When did you buy the car?

October 2007

Did you get a good deal and why?

there wasnt anything special about the price, it had everything i wanted like hard-top etc for the right price!

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

it was exactly what i wanted!

What was the dealer like?

What's it like to drive?

one of the best cars iv ever driven! it handles like a go-kart on steriods, you point it and it goes. end of!

What's it like to park?

people complain of lack of visablity but i dont see it as an issue atall. it does take a little bit of getting used to.

Have you had any problems with the car?

manifold cracked due to too much heat exposure, common fault because of a weak point. not all bad though, i 'had' to upgrade to the astraVXR turbo which is far better and not very expensive!

What's most practical about your car?

the car isnt practical whatsoever! but theres no way your buying this for praticality!

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

the hardtop! wouldnt go a day without it, absolute must!