Lynny
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looking at getting one possibly in the new year, anyone drove one? How do they compare to the astra VXR? Found one local on autotrader, 56 plate for only £15k
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Colin
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Dont know anything other than they sound pretty mean!!! 
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1ROSS8
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shit loads of understeer! good for 160mph on straight roads, doesnt like corners though
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AndyKent
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I'd rather the Astra TBH. Vectra is a bit bland compared to alot of other cars. In fact I'd sooner a smaller engined beemer than the Vectra VXR.
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Lynny
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quote:
Originally posted by Colin
Dont know anything other than they sound pretty mean!!!
not seen a vectra out and about, only the astra and corsa VXR's, but pics I've seen and ones in showroom look immense. I love bigger cars and think this will give the right 'police' image
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Colin
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This ones less than a mile from me - http://search.autotrader.co.uk/es-uk/www/cars/null+VECTRA/Ne-2-4-5-6-7-8-27-44-49-53-61-64-67-103-133-146-236,N-231-240-4294966784/advert.action?R=200828314050316&distance=5&postcode=fk3+9ar&channel=CARS&make=&model=VECTRA&min_pr=&max_pr=&max_mileage=
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Lynny
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thats stunning  and cheaper still! Just been on confused and insurance isnt as bad as i was expecting given I'm 21!
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Colin
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Maybe want to consider this if you want to give the right police image - http://search.autotrader.co.uk/es-uk/www/cars/advert+search/Ne-2-4-5-6-7-8-27-44-49-53-61-64-67-103-133-146-236,N-115-240/advert.action?R=200834317208641&distance=343&postcode=fk3+9ar&channel=CARS&make=&model=&min_pr=&max_pr=&max_mileage=
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1ROSS8
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good looking cars
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CorsAsh
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Yawn.
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Lynny
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thats pretty sweet....if it were a trans am though I'd be more inclined
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Colin
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quote:
Originally posted by Alex_NSM
thats stunning and cheaper still! Just been on confused and insurance isnt as bad as i was expecting given I'm 21!
Thats a main Vauxhall garage aswell so will have warranty blah blah.
I'll go test drive it if you like, tell you if its any good
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Lynny
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it'll be about next march before I get one once I've started new job, just getting ideas at the min, if i get one then corsa can get engine transplant
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Adam_B
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Originally posted by 1ROSS8
shit loads of understeer! good for 160mph on straight roads, doesnt like corners though
Complete bollocks tbh. Read this -
http://www.evo.co.uk/carreviews/cargrouptests/65185/mitsubishi_evo_v_impreza_v_vectra_vxr_v_bmw_330i.html
In fact i will just make it easy for you.
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[iI lead, and it quickly becomes clear that the Vectra has pace and composure to spare. The trick, constantly variable damping deals with the wicked dips and gnarled surface superbly, and front-end grip is huge - through very quick corners the STi looks like it's struggling to keep in touch. The VXR is by no means perfect, the steering is too light and you have to get past a dead patch either side of centre, but its sheer grip and strong body-control really buoy your confidence. And the way the rear of the VXR gently jinks out on turn-in to assist the front wheels is very impressive. It feels poised, with no torque-steer to speak of and supremely effective traction control.
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CorsAsh
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Impossible Adam, all high powered FWD Vauxhalls instantly spear off into a hedge when you apply throttle.
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Adam_B
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Originally posted by CorsAsh
Impossible Adam, all high powered FWD Vauxhalls instantly spear off into a hedge when you apply throttle.
No they dont Jeremy.
I will have to be carefull when i reverse then
[Edited on 22-08-2008 by Adam_B]
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Lynny
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What if there is no hedge near by?
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Nick-S
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i love veccy vxrs, never been in 1 but my mates got a gsi (3.2) and its pritty good tbh, 
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CorsAsh
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One will grow, and the Vauxhall will find it.
(disclaimer: My comments are playing on popular stereotype and are not representative of my true opinions)
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Lynny
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This is the 2.8 v6 i think
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Nick-S
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Originally posted by Alex_NSM
This is the 2.8 v6 i think
2.8 turbo 
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dannymccann
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Yea the JC review was put on because they have a hate campaign against the vectra
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Lynny
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wouldnt mind the monaro v8 but think thats out my reach
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Adam_B
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quote:
Originally posted by GSi_16v
quote:
Originally posted by Alex_NSM
This is the 2.8 v6 i think
2.8 V6 Twin scroll Turbo
[Edited on 22-08-2008 by Adam_B]
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Nick-S
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gay
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