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[Black Sabbath]

Right the pikey mobile is sold, as is the Range Rover,time for some changes.Thanks to Swiss,or moreover his brother,Tracey now has a little "R" Tigra with 59,000 miles on it,so she is sorted ;) .I started looking for something different but not mega bucks to run :eek: ,anyway I came across some GSi Vectra's 3.2 V6 fully loaded for under £3000 :) .Has anyone had one and if so what was your experience of them?.Dont give me all the Top Gear shit,I've already heard it all,just need real life experiences.Thanks in advance gentlemen :)

[alexsh1]

I have had Vauxhall Vectra 1.6 and all I can tell you is it was crap :(
All plastic bits in the saloon are very cheesy, the engine is sh**
Fuel consumption was like in my E46 325Ci

This was 2000 model, maybe since then things have changed

[mikem]

7.5K miles in mine in 6 weeks mate and it hasn`t put a foot wrong (save for a hedge :D ) `tho it drinks from the shitty pump. Better car than my E90 IMO but then so was the Mondeo. :p

Apparently you can crack 160 in the GSi and get away with it as long as your only familiarising yourself with it.

[sonny]

Right the pikey mobile is sold, as is the Range Rover,time for some changes.Thanks to Swiss,or moreover his brother,Tracey now has a little "R" Tigra with 59,000 miles on it,so she is sorted ;) .I started looking for something different but not mega bucks to run :eek: ,anyway I came across some GSi Vectra's 3.2 V6 fully loaded for under £3000 :) .Has anyone had one and if so what was your experience of them?.Dont give me all the Top Gear shit,I've already heard it all,just need real life experiences.Thanks in advance gentlemen :)

a friend of mines got one for sale...i can get u cheap price on it too...

[SYE]

just need real life experiences


i saw one drive past it looked very boring, 3.2 for less than 3k is a lot of car for the money though.

[J1SUA]

Ask Swiss, sure he can find you another motor for £3k

[paul46rider]

what about a e36 m3??? 3 litre's are available for this sort of money

[MLaw]

Mark i had the Vectra SRI 140 2.5v6.
Its the version down from the GSI, with the same engine but not tuned as much.
It was quite a good car. Fuel econemy wasnt too bad unless you really booted it everywhere.
I looked at the GSI models before i got my SRI, i think they come with bigger wheels, better bodykit and recaro seats if i remember.
The interior wasnt too bad, very spacious inside, and the boot was fecking massive(i had the hatchback not saloon)
The v6 was nice on the motorway, and the power delivery was quite gradual, not on or off.
I only got rid of it because i got a company car.
If u like it then i would recomend getting it, for a 3k budget there arent too many other cars that are worth it. Not sure of the average prices of the GSI.

[SYE]

what about a e36 m3??? 3 litre's are available for this sort of money

im sure the advantage is its a large newer car.

[paul46rider]

http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/1487884.htm

food for thought

[paul46rider]

http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/1487884.htm

food for thought

[Black Sabbath]

a friend of mines got one for sale...i can get u cheap price on it too...
Send me a link please Sonny ;)

[benny boy]

Mark I work at vauxhall tbh the Vectra is not a bad car. I dont understand what Clarkson had against the Vectra.

Build quality foir that type of car is not to bad unless you put up against an A4 ect. but the A4 is more expensive. Shocked you got Rid of the pikey mobile lol.

I looked all over for a tigra a few months back could not find a good low milage that was sensible in price, poeple was wanting 3k for a 98 model.

[sonny]

pm sent mark, pm me ur email addy im getting my mate to send some pics over now.

[Black Sabbath]

I'd love this :cool: but its too much money at the moment :(
http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/1492425.htm

[paul46rider]

that would be a nice toy Mark

[Alym786]

Love the Evo 6... Still think it's the best shape! :cool:

[MLaw]

Mate get the EVO. I drove an EVO 8 or 9, the FQ rally prepped version it was fecking awsome. If u do get one, bugsy for a drive:D :D :D

[gie0320]

This would be nice too

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201006351989756/sort/priceasc/usedcars/price-to/4000/price-from/2000/make/bmw/radius/40/postcode/gu11nu/page/14?previous=%2Fsearch%2Fused%2Fcars%2Fbmw%2Fpostco de%2Fgu11nu%2Fradius%2F40%2Fprice-to%2F4000%2Fprice-from%2F2000%2Fsort%2Fpriceasc%2Fpage%2F14&logcode=p

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201005351703064/sort/priceasc/usedcars/price-to/4000/price-from/2000/make/bmw/radius/40/postcode/gu11nu/page/16?previous=%2Fsearch%2Fused%2Fcars%2Fbmw%2Fpostco de%2Fgu11nu%2Fradius%2F40%2Fprice-to%2F4000%2Fprice-from%2F2000%2Fpage%2F16%2Fsort%2Fpriceasc&logcode=p

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201005351892423/sort/priceasc/usedcars/price-to/4000/price-from/2000/make/bmw/postcode/gu11nu/page/17/radius/40?previous=%2Fsearch%2Fused%2Fcars%2Fbmw%2Fpostco de%2Fgu11nu%2Fradius%2F40%2Fprice-to%2F4000%2Fprice-from%2F2000%2Fpage%2F17%2Fsort%2Fpriceasc&logcode=p

[gie0320]

Maybe worth a look
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201004351341470/sort/priceasc/usedcars/price-to/4000/price-from/2000/make/bmw/postcode/gu11nu/radius/40/page/28?previous=%2Fsearch%2Fused%2Fcars%2Fbmw%2Fpostco de%2Fgu11nu%2Fradius%2F40%2Fprice-to%2F4000%2Fprice-from%2F2000%2Fsort%2Fpriceasc%2Fpage%2F28&logcode=p

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201005351396633/sort/priceasc/usedcars/price-to/4000/price-from/2000/make/bmw/postcode/gu11nu/page/29/radius/40?previous=%2Fsearch%2Fused%2Fcars%2Fbmw%2Fpostco de%2Fgu11nu%2Fradius%2F40%2Fprice-to%2F4000%2Fprice-from%2F2000%2Fpage%2F29%2Fsort%2Fpriceasc&logcode=p

One of my favs

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201004351277884/sort/priceasc/usedcars/price-to/4000/price-from/2000/make/bmw/postcode/gu11nu/radius/40/page/35?previous=%2Fsearch%2Fused%2Fcars%2Fbmw%2Fpostco de%2Fgu11nu%2Fradius%2F40%2Fprice-to%2F4000%2Fprice-from%2F2000%2Fsort%2Fpriceasc%2Fpage%2F35&logcode=p

[gie0320]

Despite what others say..these are still rare to see and would consider it too

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201005351509805/sort/priceasc/usedcars/price-to/4000/price-from/2000/make/bmw/radius/40/postcode/gu11nu/page/43?previous=%2Fsearch%2Fused%2Fcars%2Fbmw%2Fpostco de%2Fgu11nu%2Fradius%2F40%2Fprice-to%2F4000%2Fprice-from%2F2000%2Fpage%2F43%2Fsort%2Fpriceasc&logcode=p

[mysticm3]

Mark the E39 with VOLK wheels is still out and about in Staines area, I saw it yesterday lol

for 3K I'd look at the cars Swiss found, E39 would still be my top choice due to its reliability, comfort, and of course modding fun but you might say been there done that. E36 M3 would be a good choice but Tracey had one before. E38 is super comfy but maybe a bit of an old man's car and not much modding fun perhaps. 8 series I always liked but again no parts from me.

I am personally biased but I just think you'd have much more fun with cars you are familiar with.

[alexsh1]

I'd love this :cool: but its too much money at the moment :(
http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/1492425.htm

I know why you like it lol
This is cos of white wheels, right? :D :D :D

[alexsh1]

Despite what others say..these are still rare to see and would consider it too

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201005351509805/sort/priceasc/usedcars/price-to/4000/price-from/2000/make/bmw/radius/40/postcode/gu11nu/page/43?previous=%2Fsearch%2Fused%2Fcars%2Fbmw%2Fpostco de%2Fgu11nu%2Fradius%2F40%2Fprice-to%2F4000%2Fprice-from%2F2000%2Fpage%2F43%2Fsort%2Fpriceasc&logcode=p

Correct me if I am wrong, but 8-series is bloody expensive (parts and service) to run. :mad:

[gie0320]

Correct me if I am wrong, but 8-series is bloody expensive (parts and service) to run. :mad:
Thats why I chose the 840 as it has a better more reliable 4.4 engine as used in other models. Still for just over 3K thats alot of car and not many around unless of course you belong to an 8 series club

[SJD]

I know I am biased but I'd have to say E39 too Mark. Loads of car for the money and you know the sort of fun you can have with them;)

[Black Sabbath]

I know I am biased but I'd have to say E39 too Mark. Loads of car for the money and you know the sort of fun you can have with them;)
Thats the trouble,been there done it got the magazine feature as well.Just fancy something totally different,and yes the white wheels do appeal on the Evo :p

[scorcher]

Congrats on the sales Mark - it was worth missing out on Ikea meatballs then :)

TBH I reckon you would get bored with the Vauxhall, and is it possible to mod one without it looking chavvy? I dunno.

There are loads of loony Japanese imports out there if you want something different. What are your criteria, other than price? 4 door saloon?

[J1SUA]

Get the 7!!!! you were planning on getting one ages ago so why not get one now? looks lovely from those pics.

[Black Sabbath]

Dan,I guess 4 door would be nice,but before anyone suggests one I'm not a fan of Scoobies,Evo's always look a little nicer I think.The Vectra is still a possibility though, because it looks standard,but a few subtle changes can be done without the chav look I think.Its a bloody quick car and still used by the Police ;) .I've gone past the modding at all costs stage now,but still want to be able to make subtle changes if I decide to.I know the Evo is still something I want to do because it always has been at the back of my mind,not fussed if its been modded or not though,its quick anyway .

[MistaSmiff]

Mark, get the Vectra, good value for money imho.

Saqib did a nice job modding his Astra, doesn't always have to be German.

[Black Sabbath]

Mark, get the Vectra, good value for money imho.

Saqib did a nice job modding his Astra, doesn't always have to be German.
TBH the German thing doesn't really bother me,I've had a few over the years :p ,I'm very tempted by the Vectra because of its wolf in sheeps clothing appearance.Maybe some induction work,remap,wheels,tints etc etc,oh shit I'm back in the modding mood again :p :p

[alexsh1]

Maybe some induction work,remap,wheels,tints etc etc,oh shit I'm back in the modding mood again :p :p

with such appetite to mods, you may end up transforming Vectra into E39 :p :p :p

[alexsh1]

and yes the white wheels do appeal on the Evo :p

I knew it. :D ;) :p
I like them too on this evo

[scorcher]

Get the EVO out of your system - I'v always fancied one, but been scared off by crazy service intervals and that rear spoiler!

[RoRu]

I say go for the Vaux Mark you sure get alot of car for your money.

This don't looks bad, not to keen on the grille but it's different.
www.pistonheads.com/sales/1488726.htm

[Mahal]

I quite like the vectra's

We used to know a chap who had a 01/02 2.2sri with a few tweeks (ex cop car) and my mate used to have a 03 s4 estate.. and it used to do quite well against it.. Which was shocking.. I had a w plate 1.8sxi for a while and regarding comfort i would say it was quite good obviously not on par with the bm but at the same time i wouldnt mind driving one everyday..

[Black Sabbath]

LPG as well :) http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201002350120923/sort/priceasc/usedcars/price-from/1000/price-to/6000/model/vectra/make/vauxhall/radius/1501/keywords/gsi/postcode/kt152qa/page/4?previous=%2Fsearch%2Fused%2Fcars%2Fvauxhall%2Fve ctra%2Fpostcode%2Fkt152qa%2Fradius%2F1501%2Fkeywor ds%2Fgsi%2Fprice-from%2F1000%2Fprice-to%2F6000%2Fpage%2F4%2Fsort%2Fpriceasc&logcode=p

[MLaw]

i had the older shape SRI mate.

[cfc_Pete]

get an evo mark you know you want too :)

[scorcher]

Those new shape Vectras look pretty cool in the right colours

[Raj]

I'd say get the evo out ya system. Once you've had it a few weeks you can sell it on and get something that doesn't make you look like your going through some sort of life crisis....:p

I personally have never been a fan of the whole evo / scooby thing. Don't get me wrong they are utterly insane in terms of performance, etc, but they are both seriously ugly looking things.

I personally would get the 8 or the 7. Both are exceptional in terms of kudos and even without modding them they are both sweet (and my comments aren't just the whole it's got to be a BMW thing).

You know Mark the dilemma's I went through deciding what to get but in the end you really can't beat the drive, etc of the old BM.

[gie0320]

Agree with you there Raj

[Black Sabbath]

The 8 is a no no,its too much to run.The 7 is out of price range.The Evo is maybe a later on thing,the Vectra has to be the best spec for the money.

[gie0320]

Stop asking then mr rep, looks like you made your mind up already ps the 7 posted earlier is obviously the older model but the black one is nice

[J1SUA]

Stop asking then mr rep, looks like you made your mind up already ps the 7 posted earlier is obviously the older model but the black one is nice

I want it :D If I need to sell my car to increase my deposit for our next move I'm getting a Gansta old school 7, fit baby seat in the back - lol

Gie -sent linky to Rich to tempt him, Graham may even be tempted

[scorcher]

Had a baby seat in my first 7 - little one loved it :)

[gie0320]

I want it :D If I need to sell my car to increase my deposit for our next move I'm getting a Gansta old school 7, fit baby seat in the back - lol

Gie -sent linky to Rich to tempt him, Graham may even be tempted
That will suit Rich to the T

[Raj]

One of my favs

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201004351277884/sort/priceasc/usedcars/price-to/4000/price-from/2000/make/bmw/postcode/gu11nu/radius/40/page/35?previous=%2Fsearch%2Fused%2Fcars%2Fbmw%2Fpostco de%2Fgu11nu%2Fradius%2F40%2Fprice-to%2F4000%2Fprice-from%2F2000%2Fsort%2Fpriceasc%2Fpage%2F35&logcode=p

This one isn't that out of budget...

[gie0320]

This one isn't that out of budget...
You know I can get that for 3K :D

[SYE]

This one isn't that out of budget...


that's loads of car for the money, and those wheel look pretty good on the 7 ive seen them on other cars lately and they look cack :D ;) .








joking .

[gie0320]

that's loads of car for the money, and those wheel look pretty good on the 7 ive seen them on other cars lately and they look cack :D ;) .

joking .

Sye you dog....leave him alone:p

[MEGA]

that's loads of car for the money, and those wheel look pretty good on the 7 ive seen them on other cars lately and they look cack :D ;) .








joking .


Asshole :p lol ...

[b19kev]

i used to have a vectra gsi a few yrs ago put a set of 20's on it lowered its 30mm few little engine mods remap and piper x induction kit plus custom exhaust, it sounded awesome and went like stink, great car i have just bought a vectra vxr, and its a mental car practical and great to drive.

[Black Sabbath]

i used to have a vectra gsi a few yrs ago put a set of 20's on it lowered its 30mm few little engine mods remap and piper x induction kit plus custom exhaust, it sounded awesome and went like stink, great car i have just bought a vectra vxr, and its a mental car practical and great to drive.
Thats what I'm talking about :cool: :cool: ,something a bit different :)

[gie0320]

Thats what I'm talking about :cool: :cool: ,something a bit different :)
Next time I'm on site I'll take a pic of how many of them in the car park Bandit, all trying to sell me equipment.:D :p :p :p