bing Posted August 9, 2013 Report Share Posted August 9, 2013 Yup. Lou and I are done, just grew apart. Pretty sad really, but it hasn't come as a shock to anyone yet. No huge falling out, just decided we weren't happy how we were. Ah well such is life. Be on your own for a bit, do lots of lad things. Worked for me 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dann2707 Posted August 9, 2013 Report Share Posted August 9, 2013 Looking at a new car and I think I want a vauxhall vectra cdti sri 150.due to them remapping very well, have cruise control and I really like the look of them. Anything I should look out for? Please! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luke Rainbird Posted August 9, 2013 Report Share Posted August 9, 2013 Yeah, a different car 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete.M Posted August 9, 2013 Report Share Posted August 9, 2013 Yeah, a different car ^This I'm not one to talk, but almost anything is more interesting than a Vectra Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pashley26 Posted August 9, 2013 Report Share Posted August 9, 2013 Yeah, a different car That. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CurtisRider Posted August 9, 2013 Report Share Posted August 9, 2013 Cheers Robin! Annoyingly they are out of stock on the bugpack bushes, ill give them a shout and find out when they will have them in again. Do you find them noisy at all? I have read of people having issues with squeaking, but I'm guessing they didn't grease them enough before installation? Out back ill wait as I'm hunting for a 944 back end so it can handle man power later on, doubt the 924 box will handle much more than what a stock 1.8t can push out Regarding the vaux diesel, 6 speed box has a weak bearing which is made worse when the engines remapped. George Seamons had that problem with his. Also other cars have cruise control Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
george_seamons Posted August 9, 2013 Report Share Posted August 9, 2013 I had the Astra 1.9cdti sri 150. Bloody lovely car...had literally ever extra (leather, keyless entry and start, auto everything). Was REALLY torquey and nippy. Responded well to breathing mods too (removing the pre-cat, panel filter, derestricting the airbox etc). However, as Paul says, the gearbox was absolute wank. Had a brand new flywheel put on when I bought it, and that failed within 5k too. The gearbox casings are made from chocolate, and the bearing which holds 1st, 3rd and 6th ends up ovalising the casing...which means a new gearbox; not cheap! The gearboxes were made to withstand a maximum torque, which is the actual figure the standard engine gives out; there is no headroom whatsoever. Real shame, because like you say, with a remap they are absolute rockets (for what they are!). All that said and done, I'm fairly sure the Vectra uses a different gearbox (although still 6 speed), so you're probably ok on that front. Do abit more research though, the 16v 1.9cdti has a LOT of issues (EGR valve, inlet manifold swirl flaps and alternator to name a few). If you're prepared to potentially have to foot the bill for those, then go for it. Like I say, I loved mine (albeit being the XP kitted Astra, not the Vectra!), it was just a very expensive time bomb which had started to tick, and as much as I loved the car, it wasn't worth the £1800 bill it was going to cost in a few months. ...plus, I ended up back in a 1.8t, which I had dearly missed! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dann2707 Posted August 9, 2013 Report Share Posted August 9, 2013 Thank you very much for the replies both good and bad! My dad is really putting me off getting one but Iccan't find a seat ibiza pd130 within my low budget of around 1.5k Plus the vectra would remap higher but probably deliver lower mpg? Will be doing lots of miles again this year! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muel Posted August 9, 2013 Report Share Posted August 9, 2013 £1500 you say? Clio 172. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dann2707 Posted August 9, 2013 Report Share Posted August 9, 2013 Needs 55mpg+ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muel Posted August 9, 2013 Report Share Posted August 9, 2013 Why did you sell the Focus? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dann2707 Posted August 9, 2013 Report Share Posted August 9, 2013 To get 60mpg I had to stay at 1.8k revs which is just about 57mph. Just feels like it needs a 6th gear. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muel Posted August 9, 2013 Report Share Posted August 9, 2013 (edited) Ah that sucks. Clio diesel? My Dad's ladyfriend used to have one and reckoned it would happily do 60mpg on the motorway. Only 65bhp though so it was pretty depressing to be in. Edited August 9, 2013 by Muel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bing Posted August 9, 2013 Report Share Posted August 9, 2013 Mk3 2.0 tdci like my old one. Mine was a zetec s 6 speeder. 55+mpg all day long on the motorway and cruise control. Just make sure it's had the clutch done Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JD™ Posted August 9, 2013 Report Share Posted August 9, 2013 High MPGs are overrated. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TROYston Posted August 10, 2013 Report Share Posted August 10, 2013 Get a BMW 328 Dan my mpg didn't drop below 50......... Ha! Nah it seemed to sit at 45-50 most the time.Get a BMW 328 Dan my mpg didn't drop below 50......... Ha! Nah it seemed to sit at 45-50 most the time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luke Rainbird Posted August 10, 2013 Report Share Posted August 10, 2013 You're clearly not driving it properly 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dann2707 Posted August 10, 2013 Report Share Posted August 10, 2013 I've been looking at the ford monde st tdci as insurance is exactly the same price but they all seem to be dogs for the money I'm willing to spend which is a shame! I just love driving diesels too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TROYston Posted August 10, 2013 Report Share Posted August 10, 2013 You're clearly not driving it properly Ecodriving Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luke Rainbird Posted August 10, 2013 Report Share Posted August 10, 2013 I refer you to my previous statement. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JD™ Posted August 10, 2013 Report Share Posted August 10, 2013 Ecodriving is a ridiculous pastime. As I was saying to Carl only last night, by running a 4.4L V8 I'm helping the progress of humanity by using up more of the oil that's left. Only when that is used up will we get good alternative fuel sources. TL;DR put your foot down, it's good for the planet. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wrayvon Posted August 10, 2013 Report Share Posted August 10, 2013 I know you said you can't find one, but I do recommend Ibiza pd130's. My drive to work is now 23 miles each way, always get over 60mpg just driving normally. Often get over 70 if I try too. And once remapped it goes pretty well 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muel Posted August 10, 2013 Report Share Posted August 10, 2013 Whut? If you have £X to spend per month, and you need to cover Y miles, simple maths dictates what car you drive and how you drive it.But I really wish it was your way, because now I'm working (and 23) I will be able to insure some pretty impressive cars in 6-12 months. (Paying debts first, then saving for cars takes time). 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TROYston Posted August 10, 2013 Report Share Posted August 10, 2013 Only ecodriving it as I had £20 in the tank. haven't drove it properly since. So long as there is enough fuel it gets some. I believe eco driving to save the planet is pointless. We all like hotter weather. Amiright? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Haz Posted August 10, 2013 Report Share Posted August 10, 2013 I drive 17 miles a day each way, and average between 20mpg and 40mpg. Traffic's not even a factor, just my mood. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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