1997 Vauxhall Vectra LS review from UK and Ireland
"Even giving the car away cannot be described as a bargain"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
My glow plugs needed changing twice.
Gearbox rattled.
Interior lights were very dim.
Oil consumption was high.
Drivers electric window kept stopping, usually when shut.
Electronic displays were non-existent.
Steering column kept veering to the right.
Accelerator kept jamming.
Boot needed slamming to shut as the catch was not connecting.
ABS light kept coming on.
General comments?
Layout of interior car was good, at least something was.
Car handles like Bambi on ice.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 1997 |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 DI Manual |
| Performance marks | 4 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 4 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 0 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 1 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 80000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 84000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Mondeo |
| Date of Entry | 11th January, 2002 |