Vauxhall Vectra Hatchback (2005 - 2008) 1.9 CDTi SRi (150ps) 5d (2006/55) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Mr Average
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
My friends like it it seems to be more lively than my friends Audi A6 2.0 TDi.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes
What are you likely to buy next?
Another Vectra, or the supposed replacement model in 2008/2009
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Didn't buy from a dealer
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£12,000
When did you buy the car?
August 2007
Did you get a good deal and why?
Not particularly, but I was happy enough
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
No
What was the dealer like?
Average
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Aprt from the problems with the EGR valve, in normal circumstances it really flies along. At 70mph in 6th gear it purrs along at 1,800 revs only. And it has a great pick up for a diesel.
What's it like to park?
It's a much bigger car than the pre-2002 Vectra, much more Omega sized. It can be tricky to park sometimes.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Yes. The Exhaust Gas Recirculation Valve stuck and the Engine Management Light came on. This left the ar with NO power and it took a country mile yo get up to 2,000 revs. This was sorted under warranty.
What's most practical about your car?
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Nothing jumps out
