1996 Opel Vectra ALL ECOTEC review from UK and Ireland
"A complete pile of dung!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Timing Belts snap especially on <00 Models.
Tensioner, Water Pump, Guide Pulleys should be changed EVERY 32-40K with a new belt.
A new belt should be fitted every 16-20K to avoid problems.
Cam and Crank sensors are prone to failure.
EGR valve (esp. 96-98 models) is prone to failure/sticking.
Door lock solenoids are prone to failure... complete renewal of the assembly is required.
ABS sensors give very little trouble, but the ABS modulator assembly fails on LHR circuit regularly on 96-99 Models. €1,000 + labour to fix this problem.
Some engines burn oil like it's going out of fashion... repair is VERY expensive and this also can cause the Catalytic Convertor to fail...
Rear suspension bushes fail and are quite awkward to renew...
Radios loose reception and the radio display also fails... more money...
It goes on...
General comments?
Jeremy Clarkson was more than right...
Vectra-B = Crap...
Solution to all the woes... 96> Mondeo Zetec...
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Year of manufacture | 1996 |
| First year of ownership | 1996 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | X16XEL-X20XEV Manual |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 1 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 4 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 100000 miles |
| Previous car | BMW E34 535i |
| Date of Entry | 8th August, 2002 |