When should I change my Vauxhall Vectra's timing belt?

Having been caught out on my last Vauxhall with an expensive timing chain failure, when should I consider changing it on my 57-reg Vectra Estate Auto 1.9D (150) please? It's currently on 60,000 miles.

Why has my Vauxhall Vectra's dual mass flywheel failed at 50,000 miles?

My Vectra's clutch assembly (including flywheel) has failed after only 50,000 miles. It would appear that if it was only the flywheel, which is a relatively common problem apparently. Vaxhall would cover...

Twinkle tows

Your feedback on the Vectra CDTi were taken into account when I acquired, for 'very right money,' an ex-fleet 2006 estate, about 12 months ago, for towing a caravan, since when I have replaced the dual...

The replacement water pump on my Vauxhall Vectra is noisy - is this normal?

The water pump on my 2.2 petrol Vectra C 2003 model was replaced by my local Vauxhall dealer at 56,000 miles due to a water leak. The first replacement was noisy, with a high-pitched sound when revving...

Is £300 a fair price for a 70,000-mile Vauxhall Vectra service?

I believe I need to get my 1.9L diesel Vauxhall Vectra serviced, as it has now done 70,000 miles. Do you know what this service should cover and whether £300 is a fair price to be paying at the garage...

Why does my Vauxhall Vectra slow down sharply when I take my foot off the accelerator?

When I take my foot off the gas, my Vauxhall Vectra drops speed as if I'm pressing the brakes. I've checked the brakes aren't sticking, there is no free play in the ball joints, there's no noise from the...

Recommend a reliable, economical estate car with lots of space for music equipment?

I am looking for a estate car. I am a part-time singer and am looking for the right car for me. It needs to be a good size for my music gear, reliable, good on fuel and cost around the £5000 mark. Should...

Does my Vauxhall Vectra estate have a timing belt or timing chain?

I have a Vauxhall Vectra estate, 1.9CDTi. Do you know if this car has a timing belt or a timing chain?

Can you recommend a car with a very large boot to replace my Peugeot 406 estate?

I have a business where I need to transport grandfather clocks which may be over seven feet in length. I currently use a Peugeot 406 estate which takes almost anything, but want to change to a newer vehicle....

Is there an economical, reliable automatic car with cruise control for under £6000?

I want to buy a used car. My budget is £6000. Could you please tell me the choice of cars I could have with the following specifications? Fuel economy of 45- 50mpg, automatic gearbox, cruise control and...