Vauxhall Vectra Hatchback (1995 - 2002) 1.8 LS (125ps) 5d (2001/Y) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

It says that I like value for money which is true, but also say that I am avarage, which is wrong.

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

They do not like it

Would you buy this car again and why?

No. You do not enjoy the driving experience and the image is poor

What are you likely to buy next?

AUDI, GOLF or BMW

Type of dealer you bought from?

Didn't buy from a dealer

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£2,400

When did you buy the car?

September 2004

Did you get a good deal and why?

I bought this car at an auction. The price was very attractive and from the outside the car looked good.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Perceived value for money at the time

What was the dealer like?

What's it like to drive?

Blunt to drive, very bad on corners, bumpy. A lot of noise is penetrating the cabin. However, the engine is probably the best part of the car: you feel the torque and it makes the driving experience good on motorways

What's it like to park?

Average. I do not have a problem parking it.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Of course, the car was bought at an auction. I had to invest £900 to repair steering pump, replace tires and break pads, fix the electrical problem. Since then a breaking sensor was replaced and the window door lifting mechanism

What's most practical about your car?

Very good value for money, especially the engine: good torque. Also plenty of space to transport in a boot and in the saloon

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?