2000 Vauxhall Vectra Reviews - Page 5 of 11

Nothing much has gone wrong with the car, other than the air conditioning didn't work when we first bought it. It just needed a refill of gas and cost £50.

This is my second car, as I am only 18, and is very quick.

I am very happy with the car, and have had no problems other than described above.

The seats are beautiful, and support every part of your back. The car is laden with 'irmscher' bits as standard, and I worked out that if you were to buy these separately and stick them on a normal vectra, it would cost you over £3000 for the parts alone. Therefore, it is also very good value for money. The car does not drink excessively, but it loves the gas pedal to be down.

Master Air flow meter light came on and unit failed each time you put the car through the 3000 revs. mark.

Fuel lines had to be replaced early on after I had bought the vehicle. As I was on holiday, I needed them repairing quickly.

Full new set of tyres just recently fitted, but these are really normal consumables, aren't they?

I've never personally owned a Vauxhall before, having had no trouble with the past Rover's that I have owned. Although I needed a bigger towcar for my caravan, I wasn't prepared to pay for a Rover 600 series vehicle as they had a lower towing weight. I have also found a pleasing fuel return in miles per gallon, even when I am towing the caravan.

A 'clunk' started through the steering wheel and brake pedal when turning. To fix the fault has taken a new steering rack and two universal knuckle joints. Check the steering thoroughly before buying!

The crank sensor has been replaced.

I really like this car. It is comfortable, quick enough for me and provides practical family motoring. I was lucky enough that the initial problems were sorted under warranty so therefore avoided a potentially big bill.

I have since researched a little more into the Vectra and realise the problems I have encountered are common. The steering in particular is an expensive problem to fix, particularly through a main dealer. I am now a fan of warranties!

Fuel consumption is OK, but I wouldnt go as far as to say economical.

Turbo air recirculation pipe blew off. This is a very simple problem to fix using a larger hose connector, but afflicted many diesel units around 2000.

Very uneven tire wear - outer edge of rear tyre worn out in 20,000 miles. Solved under warranty by a chassis alignment check and rebuild of rear suspension. I had to buy the tires which have since lasted 44,000 miles. How many others suffer from this?!

Flat battery caused by owner-induced water in under bonnet electrics during washing.

I bought the car because it was cheap (30% discount) and comfortable for long distances. This is helped by the addition of cruise control which goes well with the diesel torque. It is also boring and doesn't look flash, which means it survives unmolested in rough areas.

So far it has proved reasonably reliable and durable with no significant wear and tear. The car feels well put together and ready for another 60,000.

Best feature is the engine, which is reasonably powerful and refined and gives average 55 mpg. Long trips on motorways give over 60. When you buy your own fuel, this adds up.

Some owners of DTi's report high oil consumption. Mine uses about 1 liter (full to empty) between oil changes, but was run in carefully with an extra oil change and is not used hard.