Vauxhall Vectra Estate (2005 - 2008) 1.9 CDTi Exclusiv (120ps) 5d (2008/08) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Kerb appeal.

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

Everybody loves it - or at least have the decency not to "burst my bubble".

Would you buy this car again and why?

I don't think they make them any more.

What are you likely to buy next?

I have a hankering for a Honda Civic, though need to research it more thoroughly first.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Independent

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£4,000

When did you buy the car?

March 2013

Did you get a good deal and why?

Reasonable, checked online for comparable cars, liked this car immediately I saw it.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Feel, handling, presence.

What was the dealer like?

Friendly, personable, easy to get along with.

What's it like to drive?

Excellent, power when needed frugality available at all times.

What's it like to park?

Never have problems, though a bit longer than my last car (Citroen C4).

Have you had any problems with the car?

EGR valve needed to be replaced, on replacing fuel consumption improved, used to get 100 miles per £20 top up, now getting better than 130 miles per top up. (mostly urban driving, mostly short trips.

What's most practical about your car?

Fuel consumption, ride, comfort, kerb appeal.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Not really influenced by gadgetry.