Nice New Vauxhalls

Vauxhall is most renowned in the car market because of its quality and affordability. The used Vauxhall cars are mainly bought as the buyer knows that the car will last. Here is quick summary of the used Vauxhall car models and why the used Vectra tops the list.

The used Vauxhall Vectra cars are popular cars bought in UK owing to the refined ride level which competes with best cars in its class. Vauxhall has done a great job of tailoring the Vectra’s ride and handling to its customers needs. It is easy to drive, making you feel at home, and immediately impressing with its hushed ride.

The practicality considerations for used Vectra make it an ideal buy. The boot is a massive 500-litres and the right shape for suitcases and large bags. The seats are very comfortable and the armrest is in just the right place for relaxed motorway driving. It also has a very high safety rating which is priority for majority buyers.
The standard Vauxhall Vectra is a superb long-distance cruiser, managing to eat motorway miles with ease. But show it a corner and it becomes flustered, hampered by vague steering.

The other Vauxhall models which includes the Astra that combines the compact nature of a hatchback with the power of a saloon. A used Vauxhall Astra makes a great family car. The used Corsa on the other hand is trendy small car and attracts first time drivers. The Vauxhall Zafira is more like a family car with enough space and good practicality accommodating large families.

The used Vauxhall Vectra are cheap to run cost-wise. It comes with good fuel economy from 26mpg to 49.5mpg from the worst petrol to the best diesel. The Vectra parts are easily available due the model being so popular in UK market.

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Underdogs. What is it about them we like so much? By sheer definition an underdog is inferior to its rival and therefore shouldn’t have any fans. Yet charm counts for a lot and so in any walk of life the second favourite is always the people or neutrals’ favourite. A lower division football team playing Manchester United in the FA Cup will always have large support, despite the bookies offering no odds for a United win. Remember Eddie the Eagle? The British ski-jumper who was rubbish, yet he’s a national treasure for going to the Olympics and having a go. The Vauxhall Corsa is in a similar boat. By no means rubbish, it has always found itself in an overcrowded small car market where the Ford Fiesta has reigned supreme.

The Corsa however is still a very successful car and I put this down to two key factors: it’s very good and appears in everyone’s holiday memories. Go to any car hire place on holiday and under the small car category I’d be willing to bet my house that nine times out of ten you’ll take receipt of a Vauxhall Corsa. The reason for this is quite simple – people that hire things treat them like something they’ve stepped in.

I’ve lost count of the amount of times I’ve rented a DVD only for it to stop halfway through the movie. The reason is always a massive scratch right across the good bit of the film, where someone appears to have been playing air hockey with the disc. Car hire is no different, with holidaymakers racing from seaside town to seaside town with no regard for their vehicle’s wellbeing. This then is why the Vauxhall Corsa gets the nod for being abused – it can take the punishment.

I’ve fond memories of my time on holiday driving the last generation Corsa in 2007 and whilst I treated it like royalty compared to the bloke before me, who seemed to take a cliff and slam it into the side of the car, I certainly wasn’t a Sunday driver either. Once I’d overcome the whole driving on the wrong side of the road routine, I found the Corsa a joy to drive through the twisting mountain roads of Ibiza. It had great air-conditioning too and was super economical despite racking up hundreds of miles. I however am aware that it was so bland to look at you could park it in the middle of Manchester United’s cup tie and no-one would notice.

Great news with the new model then because it looks fantastic. The car is all triangles and other-angles and manages to balance sophisticated styling for the gents with that cute and fun factor for the ladies. The front headlights rake up to the sides, the mirrors follow the triangle theme and the bulge above the rear wheels gives it an aggressive, sporty stance. Unlike some of its rivals it hasn’t plumped solely for style or solely for driver experience but has aimed for the middle ground between the two. What you get as a result is a car that on paper isn’t the best at anything but overall could very well be number one.

The handling is well-mannered and the Corsa feels composed at all times. Once you’re out on the windy roads however, you can really start to have fun. The engine options for the standard car may not give it too much get up and go, but the great handling means you can carry much of your speed through the corners without getting on and off the brake pedal.

Your best options on the engine front are either the 1.4 litre petrol which develops 90bhp and returns 47.9mpg, or the 74bhp 1.3 litre diesel unit which although initially noisy, is refined once heated up. This returns a whopping 61.4mpg combined although you may find the 0-60mph dash of 13.6 seconds too sluggish.

When it comes to build quality, even holidaymakers will have trouble damaging the new car, with both exterior and interior well put together and using better quality materials. The piano black dashboard is very striking and all the dials and instruments fall easily to hand. Rear leg room isn’t great for adults as the back seats cannot be moved back and forth however the boot space more than makes up for this.

Despite all these improvements and to my mind the new Vauxhall Corsa being that special breed of car that can do everything well, it’ll still be seen as the underdog compared to the Fiesta. However don’t let this sway your judgement because the Corsa really is the champion is disguise.

Mark Creese

If the recession has hit you quite badly, this Christmas might fill you with dread about how you’re going to afford everything. The wife needs a present, as do the children, and you’re likely to struggle thinking of ideas of what to buy. But that’s where used Vauxhall cars come in. At the moment, there are some superb deals to be had on used cars, and the Vauxhall brand in particular is a name that people trust for affordability and value for money. So, this Christmas, why not spoil your wife in a way you can afford – with a used Vauxhall car.

For The Little Town Trips

There are a wide choice of Vauxhall cars available for the husband looking to treat his wife this Christmas. From Corsas to Astras, the small hatchback is the most popular option for cash-strapped drivers at the moment. If your wife doesn’t currently own a car of her own that she can use for the school run or the shopping trips into town, she will be eternally grateful for a car of her own that she can put her name on. It may be that you have both looked at buying a small car for her to use previously, but the deal has never come to fruition. This time, it can. Used Vauxhall cars are at a price you can afford and there’s no reason why you can’t buy one at this festive time of year. Car dealerships are looking for a good deal just like drivers, and you will often find that the better deals are available at this time of year.

Old Or Nearly New

Whether it’s an old P-reg Corsa you’re after or a 05 plate Astra, these small Vauxhall hatchbacks are available at a price range to suit. After all, if your wife doesn’t do many trips into town then she doesn’t need a gas guzzling 4×4, just something small and nippy. Plus, with city congestion and tight parking spaces, the smaller the car the better! It’s easy to see why used hatchbacks are seeing increased sales, as people ditch their 4×4s for something far more practical and cost-effective.

If its been a hard old year and your wife has had a few setbacks, there’s little that will make her feel as good as a sparkling, shiny used Vauxhall car. Something that she can get the kids in, and maybe even the dog, when out and about.

Author Mark Woodcock

Even the car connoisseurs can get a little flummoxed when deciding which used Vauxhall car they ultimately like best. With so much choice, each complete with the trusted Vauxhall name, drivers might feel just a little bit spoilt for choice to say the least. Plus, drivers love the fact that buying used means they can save lots of money. With the tough part being decision-making which model is best, here’s a quick breakdown about which ones are likely to appeal:

Used Vauxhall Insignia

Although a relatively new model, this is a car that drivers will find great savings on when they buy used. This executive-style 5-door vehicle is kitted out with the latest mod cons and its gleaming looks put it on the same level as a BMW or Audi. The good thing though is that a used Vauxhall Insignia costs much less! Luxury style is affordable with a used car, and this is what makes buying used so instantly appealing.

Used Vauxhall Corsa

The Corsa; perhaps the most popular small car of all time? Well, it stands a good chance of being up there with the best, and whether it’s a new style Corsa or a cheap old run-around, there is something for everyone to fall in love with at a garage full of used Vauxhall Corsas. People often find it difficult to decide between a Corsa and an Astra because they are quite similar, whereas something like the Insignia is reserved for the more adventurous car buyer looking for a really impressive motor, perhaps as a business car.

Used Vauxhall Vectra

Although larger than a small hatchback, the Vauxhall Vectra always appeals, as it is a typical family car. There are some great deals on used Vauxhall Vectras these days, and it doesn’t matter what age of vehicle you’re looking for, there always suitable options at your local used Vauxhall cars garage.

These are just some of the popular used Vauxhall cars that people have trouble deciding which they want to buy. The key is understanding what the purpose of the car is, so that you can make a worthwhile decision. If its needed for mainly business, a Vauxhall Insignia is an ideal choice. If its for trips round town, a used Vauxhall Corsa is likely to be the better option. For families looking for space and a smooth ride, the used Vauxhall Vectra should be considered.

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