Vauxhall Vectra Hatchback 1.8 LS 5d Auto (1997/R) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
The Vectra devalues quickly, so can be bought cheaply.
Costs
Electronic parts seem unreliable. 'Sensors'.
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On the road
Driving
Not much change from the Cavalier.
Performance
Good, but engine knocks from cold. Only 60,000 on clock. Timing belt and pulleys failed at 50,000 miles and back wheel bearing. Rear suspension bushes failed at 61,000 miles.
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Living with it
Reliability
The engine has cut out with a sensor fault which seriously affects the steering and brakes whilst travelling due to it being automatic (no backward drive).
Image
Normal car.
Comfort
Have had backache driving this car.
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Security and Service
Security
Good.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Top end knock when cold.
Other
Camshaft sensor failed, rear wheel bearing and shock bushes timing belt and pulleys failed.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
No