1997 Vauxhall Vectra LS review from UK and Ireland
"Solid A-B car, not as rugged as the Cavalier"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
'Common fault': Idle control valve replaced at 70,000 to fix erratic idle between 600-2500 rpm and stalling.
Occasional misfire followed by EMS lamp on started recently approx 102000.
'Common Fault': Exhaust manifold studs cracked off, noticed and repaired at 101000, possibly been like that for some time.
General comments?
Goes very well for a family car with only a 1.8 engine.
Roomy and comfortable.
Indifferent handling, safe, but lots of under-steer. Fine when cruising.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1997 |
| Year of manufacture | 1997 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8 16v Manual |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 59000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 102000 miles |
| Previous car | Vauxhall Cavalier |
| Date of Entry | 15th September, 2005 |