Vauxhall Vectra Hatchback (1995 - 2002) 2.0 Di Envoy 5d (1999/T) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Rep mobile which it was designed to do

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

fine back 11 years ago but don't think much of it now

Would you buy this car again and why?

yeah, I would like to :) but maybe not the diesel (my dad had a dozen diesel Vectras and for 2 of those, the injectors packed up ending up with the revs not going past 2000rpm) :(

What are you likely to buy next?

something more sporty :D

Type of dealer you bought from?

Didn't buy from a dealer

Did you buy this car new?

Yes

What price did you pay?

£15,000

When did you buy the car?

April 1999

Did you get a good deal and why?

n/a

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Given as a company car

What was the dealer like?

n/a

What's it like to drive?

acceptable. Good, natural, smooth feel to the gearshift, fairly responsive performance but "old school" noise from the 2.0 DTI engine and the steering needs more precision as well. Also a more engaging drive is needed (the most common Vectra downfall,unlike the Mondeo). However on the motorway, its very good. Comfortable, not too much wind or engine noise and high gearing make it ideal for motorways

What's it like to park?

in general, easy. the slim aerodynamic door mirrors don't give the best view behind but skinny door pillars and wide windscreen make getting into spaces fairly simple

Have you had any problems with the car?

the diesel injetors packed up after a year but otherwise, fine

What's most practical about your car?

the cupholders and impressive bootspace

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

morrocan red paintwork was the best colour for the Vectra at the time which was the colour we got :)