1997 Vauxhall Tigra Marine from UK and Ireland - Comments

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I have had 2 Tigras. The first (an early 1995 model) suffered an engine failure (replaced under warranty) and I was wary of buying another, but a superb deal tempted me back in 1997. This car has been unbelievably reliable (no faults whatsoever) and is extremely cheap to run (fully comprehensive insurance, protected bonus and business use for £200).

It does about 48mpg and has never let me down. Servicing has averaged £100 a year. It's no sportscar, but it is sporting and fun, and I have to say still has the power to turn heads. I would have liked a Puma, but Ford dealers wanted too much for one (and have you seen the way the wheels look in those oversize arches!). Small coupes are more about looks than absolute power or outright handling, and the Tigra still looks like a concept car. Good on yer Vauxhall !

I have always loved the look of the Tigra, but previously had a Cavalier, then a Vectra, for family size. I bought a silver Tigra in June, 2003, and so far, apart from getting a shock when a brake valve went, and I almost couldn't stop, the car has been great. (Don't want to tempt fate!)

The handling took a bit of getting used to, after the Vectra, but it looks great!

I'm doing my homework late, but I'm getting a 1997 Tigra Marine tomorrow and after reading many reviews I just hope it's a good one. It's done 46,000 miles and had £900 spent on the last service. I'm getting it from a dealership with a years warranty. Should I be worried, as up to now I'm used to inexpensive, reliable motoring? Any reassuring comments much appreciated from an anxious prospective,lady, Tigra owner.

I have a tigra marine 1.4i, great car, but now for some reason the electric sunroof does not work. when I press the button to open the sunroof I can hear the whirring, but nothing happens. can anyone who has had a similar experience advise please.

Jayman.