1997 Vauxhall Vectra GLS review from UK and Ireland
"High mileage capability at cost of boredom every trip and frustrating seating position"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Lost windscreen arm after two days.
Occaisional engine cut-out when decelerating from cruising speed - almost caused two roundabout pile-ups!
Stone chips led to corrosion very quickly.
Boot springs shut when opened on an incline (ouch!).
General comments?
I'm not freakishly tall at 6ft 2 but I have found it absolutely impossible to find a comfortable driving position. This is a failing felt for 100% of my time in the car and along with a most uninvolving general driving experience, it must be sorted on the next mass middle market offering. Economy (41-42mpg) is outstanding as is general reliability. Good level of trim on this model.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 1997 |
| First year of ownership | 1997 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2000 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8 16V petrol Manual |
| Performance marks | 5 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 2 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
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| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 105000 miles |
| Previous car | Audi A4 1.6 |
| Date of Entry | 4th July, 2000 |