Vauxhall Vectra Estate (2005 - 2008) 3.0 V6 CDTi Elite 5d (2006/06) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

realistically? It says you are probably solid rather than exciting

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

My (60 year old) neighbour is envious, the kids love the speed and comfort and my mum thinks it is a bit dark inside (black leather). Overall most people enjoy riding in it.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Definately, these are fairly quick, comfy, roomy, cheap to buy and cheap to run

What are you likely to buy next?

something smaller maybe astra, leon or focus

Type of dealer you bought from?

Independent

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£9,995

When did you buy the car?

August 2008

Did you get a good deal and why?

No, but I was trading in a car that the dealer didnt want

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

power, comfort and finesse in a reasonably priced package.

What was the dealer like?

Specialist executive and sports car dealer I was a bit below his normal client base

What's it like to drive?

It is the best car I have ever driven on the motorway (even better than my old 320) sure footed even at ... ahem ... motorway speeds. Its only let down is around town, you really feel its size and length when in car parks and driving sub 20mph

What's it like to park?

Its long! It could really do with parking sensors. On a positive note, I have bumped posts on occasion and it has no marks or dents etc on the bumper.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Broken rear spring and blown headlight bulb. In two years of ownership and 40k miles that is amazing.

What's most practical about your car?

Load space. sitting in the back you have amazing amounts of leg room. You can fit all of the camping gear for a family of four in the back and still leave good rear visibility.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Heated leather seats. the wife has a bad back and these help her handle long journeys.