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Opel Vectra From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Jump to: navigation, search "Chevrolet Vectra" redirects here. For the version of the car sold in Brazil since 2005, see Opel Astra. Opel Vectra 2005–2008 Opel Vectra C sedan. Manufacturer Opel Also called Chevrolet Vectra Holden Vectra Vauxhall Cavalier Vauxhall Vectra Production 1988–2008 Predecessor Opel Ascona (Europe) Vauxhall Cavalier (UK) Holden Apollo (Australia) Holden Camira (New Zealand) Successor Opel Insignia (Europe) Vauxhall Insignia (UK) Holden Epica (Australasia) Class Large family car Layout Front-engine, front-wheel drive The Opel Vectra is a large family car that was engineered and produced by Opel, the German subsidiary of General Motors (GM). In the United Kingdom, the car was sold under the Vauxhall marque as the Vauxhall Cavalier and later as the Vauxhall Vectra, from 1995 onwards. It has also been sold by Holden in Australasia as Holden Vectra, and Chevrolet in Latin America as Chevrolet Vectra. The Vectra was introduced in 1988 as a replacement to the Opel Ascona and itself was replaced in 2008 by the Opel Insignia, which will retain the Chevrolet Vectra name for the Latin American market.[1] Contents 1 Vectra A (1988–1995) 2 Vectra B (1995–2002) 3 Vectra C (2002–2008) 4 Motorsport 5 References 6 External links [edit] Vectra A (1988–1995) Opel Vectra A Also called Chevrolet Vectra Vauxhall Cavalier Production 1988–1995 1993–1998 (Egypt) Assembly Luton, England Eisenach, Germany Rüsselsheim, Germany São Caetano do Sul, Brazil Caracas, Venezuela 6th of October City, Egypt[2] Body style(s) 4-door saloon, 5-door hatchback Layout Front-engine design front-wheel drive (FWD) / all-wheel drive (AWD) Platform GM2900 platform Engine(s) Petrol engines: 1.4 L I4 SOHC 1.6 L I4 SOHC 1.8 L I4 SOHC 2.0 L I4 SOHC 2.0 L I4 DOHC 2.0 L I4 DOHC Turbo 2.5 L V6 2xDOHC Diesel engines: 1.7 L 1.7 L Isuzu Turbodiesel Transmission(s) 5-speed manual transmission (F10/5, F13/5, F16/5, F20/5) 6-speed Getrag manual (F28/6) 4-speed automatic Wheelbase 2,600 mm (102.4 in) Length 4,430 mm (174.4 in)(saloon), 4,350 mm (171.3 in) (hatch) Width 1,700 mm (66.9 in) Height 1,400 mm (55.1 in) Curb weight 997 kg (2,200 lb)–1,199 kg (2,640 lb) (4-cyl petrols) Related Opel Calibra Designer Wayne Cherry The first Vectra, known as the Vectra A, was introduced in 1988 as a saloon and hatchback, replacing the Opel Ascona C. A coupé based on the Vectra, called the Calibra, was also sold. Both cars were designed by the Opel design chief at the time, Wayne Cherry. Vauxhall Motors, the British GM subsidiary that shared most of its models with Opel, did not use the "Vectra" model name. It marketed the car as its next generation Cavalier. 1992–1995 Opel Vectra A sedan front 1992–1995 Opel Vectra A sedan rear 1994 Vauxhall Cavalier Engines ranged initially from a 75 PS (55 kW) 1.4 L to a 130 PS (96 kW) 2.0 L Family II. With the introduction of Euro I emissions regulations, the base model was replaced by a 1.6 L with the same output, while the top of the line was given to a 16-valve version of the 2.0 L engine, which powered the GT (GSI) version, and had 150 PS (110 kW). Four-wheel drive versions were added to the lineup in 1990, and in 1993, the car received a limited edition turbocharged version, with 204 PS (150 kW). The 1.4-litre engine was not available in all markets, and even then, it was only available in basic trims (Base/L in United Kingdom, LS/GL in Europe). A 2.5 L V6 engine appeared towards the later stages of the Vectra's life, developing 170 PS (125 kW), turning the car into a relaxed motorway cruiser rather than give it sporty pretensions. There were a choice of two diesel engines; one was an Isuzu 1.7 L Circle-L unit, in both naturally-aspirated and turbocharged form (1686 cc), this one capable of achieving 82 PS (60 kW), and a Opel designed 1.7 "low blow" turbo-diesel (1699 cc), and naturally-aspirated diesel unit, delivering up to 68 PS (50 kW; 67 hp). Both units have a reputation for longevity, especially Isuzu developed units, which were also regarded as some of the most refined diesels available at the time.[citation needed] The front suspension was fully independent, with MacPherson struts, pressed steel lower control arms, and an anti-roll bar. The front suspension, together with the major mechanicals (engine and transmission) is remotely mounted on a front subframe. On front wheel drive models, the rear suspension is semi-independent, consisting of a torsion beam axle linked to trailing arms, with double conical coil springs and direct acting telescopic hydraulic shock absorbers, with certain models also having an anti-roll bar. On the four wheel drive GSi, the rear suspension is a subframe-mounted fully independent design, with semi-trailing arms, double conical coil springs, direct acting gas-assisted telescopic shock absorbers, and an anti-roll bar. Steering gear is a rack and pinion type (manual or power assisted, depending on model), mounted on the bulkhead (firewall), with a telescopically deformable steering column. The Vectra also received a refresh in 1992.[3] The range received new front grilles and a black plastic strip above the rear tail lights, along with an upgrade to the structure for improved crashworthiness. Airbags became available from 1993 onward. The Vectra gave birth to a coupé version, the Opel Calibra, which shared the Vectra's underpinnings, including the most powerful engines (115 PS and up) and transmissions. In New Zealand, the Vectra A was offered initially as an Opel, but it wore Holden badges from 1994. It was not sold in Australia, where Holden instead offered a rebadged Toyota Camry called Apollo until 1997. In Brazil, the Chevrolet-badged Vectra A was not introduced until 1993, when it replaced the Chevrolet Monza, a restyled version of the Ascona B. In Egypt, the Opel Vectra A was not introduced until 1994 through GM Egypt Dealerships, and started production in late 1994 by GM Egypt through early 1996 with a range of 1.6 GL ,2.0 GL trim and 2.0 GLS trim and only Saloon body style boosting strong sales during this short run. Common engine lineup for Vectra A Engine Model Displ. Power Torque Fueling System Valvetrain Top speed 14NV 1389 cc 55 kW (75 PS; 74 hp) @ 5600 rpm 108 N·m (80 lb·ft) @ 3000 rpm Carburettor SOHC 176 km/h (109 mph) 16SV 1598 cc 60 kW (82 PS; 80 hp) @ 5200 rpm 130 N·m (96 lb·ft) @ 2600 rpm Carburettor SOHC 178 km/h (111 mph) C16NZ(2) 1598 cc 55 kW (75 PS; 74 hp) @ 5200 rpm 127 N·m (94 lb·ft) @ 2600 rpm SPFI SOHC 176 km/h (109 mph) E16NZ 1598 cc 55 kW (75 PS; 74 hp) @ 5200 rpm 125 N·m (92 lb·ft) @ 2600 rpm SPFI SOHC 176 km/h (109 mph) X16SZ 1598 cc 52 kW (71 PS; 70 hp) @ 5000 rpm 128 N·m (94 lb·ft) @ 2800 rpm SPFI SOHC 176 km/h (109 mph) 18SV 1796 cc 66 kW (90 PS; 89 hp) @ 5400 rpm 148 N·m (109 lb·ft) @ 2800 rpm Carburettor SOHC 183 km/h (114 mph) E18NVR 1796 cc 65 kW (88 PS; 87 hp) @ 5400 rpm 143 N·m (105 lb·ft) @ 2800 rpm Carburettor SOHC 182 km/h (113 mph) C18NZ 1796 cc 66 kW (90 PS; 89 hp) @ 5400 rpm 145 N·m (107 lb·ft) @ 3000 rpm SPFI SOHC 183 km/h (114 mph) C20NEF 1998 cc 74 kW (101 PS; 99 hp) @ 5200 rpm 158 N·m (117 lb·ft) @ 2600 rpm MPFI SOHC   20NE 1998 cc 85 kW (116 PS; 114 hp) @ 5200 rpm 175 N·m (129 lb·ft) @ 2600 rpm MPFI SOHC 198 km/h (123 mph) C20NE 1998 cc 85 kW (116 PS; 114 hp) @ 5200 rpm 170 N·m (125 lb·ft) @ 2600 rpm MPFI SOHC 198 km/h (123 mph) 20SEH 1998 cc 95 kW (129 PS; 127 hp) @ 5600 rpm 180 N·m (133 lb·ft) @ 4600 rpm MPFI SOHC 206 km/h (128 mph) 20XEJ 1998 cc 110 kW (150 PS; 148 hp) @ 6000 rpm 196 N·m (145 lb·ft) @ 4800 rpm MPFI DOHC 217 km/h (135 mph) C20XE 1998 cc 110 kW (150 PS; 148 hp) @ 6000 rpm 196 N·m (145 lb·ft) @ 4800 rpm MPFI DOHC 217 km/h (135 mph) X20XEV 1998 cc 100 kW (136 PS; 134 hp) @ 5600 rpm 185 N·m (136 lb·ft) @ 4000 rpm MPFI DOHC 210 km/h (130 mph) C20LET 1998 cc 150 kW (204 PS; 201 hp) @ 5600 rpm 280 N·m (207 lb·ft) @ 2400 rpm MPFI, Turbo DOHC 245 km/h (152 mph) C25XE 2498 cc 125 kW (170 PS; 168 hp) @ 6000 rpm 227 N·m (167 lb·ft) @ 4200 rpm MPFI DOHC 233 km/h (145 mph) 17D 1700 cc 42 kW (57 PS; 56 hp) @ 4600 rpm 105 N·m (77 lb·ft) @ 2400–2600 rpm Bosch injection pump SOHC 152 km/h (94 mph) 17DR 1700 cc 44 kW (60 PS; 59 hp) @ 4600 rpm 105 N·m (77 lb·ft) @ 2400–2600 rpm Bosch injection pump SOHC 152 km/h (94 mph) TC4EE1 1686 cc 60 kW (82 PS; 80 hp) @ 4400 rpm 168 N·m (124 lb·ft) @ 2400 rpm Bosch injection pump SOHC 176 km/h (109 mph) [edit] Vectra B (1995–2002) Opel Vectra B Also called Chevrolet Vectra Holden Vectra Vauxhall Vectra Production 1995–2002 Assembly Ellesmere Port, England, UK Luton, England, UK Rüsselsheim, Germany Antwerp, Belgium 6th of October City, Egypt (1998–2002) Elizabeth, S.A., Australia (1998–1999) São Caetano do Sul (1996-2005), Brazil Ä°zmir, Turkey (1996-2002) Body style(s) 4-door saloon, 5-door hatchback, 5-door estate Platform GM2900 platform Wheelbase 2,640 millimetres (104 in) Length 4,480 millimetres (176 in) Width 1,710 millimetres (67 in) Height 1,420 millimetres (56 in) Curb weight 1,270 kilograms (2,800 lb)–1,325 kilograms (2,920 lb) Related Saturn L-Series The second model, the Vectra B, was introduced in 1995, and the model range included an estate version for the first time. This model replaced the Vauxhall Cavalier in the UK. The Vauxhall badged Vectra B was the last Vauxhall to be produced at the company's Luton plant, where the end of automobile production was announced at Christmas 2000, taking effect just over a year later.[4] The model was badged as the Holden Vectra in Australia and New Zealand. In 1998, Holden began assembly of the Vectra for export to other right-hand drive markets in the region, although this was aversely affected by the Asian economic crisis, and ended in 2001. Engines started from the 71 PS (52 kW) 1.6 L, Family 1 but eventually the 8-valve engines were all replaced by 16-valve powerplants. The 2.0 L Family II engine, with 136 PS (100 kW) was developed as a basis for touring car racing (later in Australia, 2.2 L 108 kW), but the top of the line was a 2.5 L V6 with 170 PS (125 kW). Diesel power came once again from Isuzu, but now featured direct injection and a 16-valve head. In 1999 the Vectra was updated, receiving a mildly modified body (that can be identified by the single piece headlight units and body-coloured bumpers) together with somewhat improved handling characteristics and better equipment. Sporting limited edition models included the touring car championship inspired i500, Super Touring and GSi. The first model was developed in Germany by Opel Motorsport, with the V6 engine's power increased to 195 PS (143 kW), and the other two were created in Milton Keynes by Motor Sport Developments, the team that run the Vectras in the British Touring Car Championship (BTCC). Only 3900 2.5 GSi models were ever produced, mostly in saloon and hatchback guise. With only 317 estate versions produced during this time, they became one of the rarest production Vauxhalls ever. On model years 2001 and 2002 a last of the line 2.6 GSi was made also but these were limited to 500 cars. These were again mostly saloons and hatchbacks however 37 estates were made. These models received a host of extra upgrades including but not limited to Xenon headlights and larger front brakes. In Egypt, the production of the Opel Vectra B continued in mid-1996 with two models, initially a 1.6l 8v GLS trim with manual transmission and a 2.0l 8v CD trim with automatic transmission. Later in 2000 the revised model was produced with three models 1.6 8v GLS trim with manual transmission (later replaced by the 1.6 16v GLS trim with automatic transmission), 2.0 16v CD trim with automatic transmission, and a 2.0 CDX trim automatic transmission and all with saloon body style. In 2002 local production of the Opel Vectra ceased in favour of the Opel Corsa Sedan and Opel Astra Sedan. A related model sold in North America was the Saturn L-Series, introduced in 2000 but dropped from the lineup in 2005. It was replaced by the 2007 Saturn Aura, which was built around GM's Epsilon architecture, as the Vectra C is. 1998–1999 Holden JS Vectra CD sedan (Australia) Opel Vectra B hatchback Vauxhall Vectra (facelift) 1999–2000 Holden JS II Vectra CD hatchback (facelift; Australia) [edit] Vectra C (2002–2008) Opel Vectra C 2005 Holden ZC Vectra CDX hatchback (Australia) Also called Chevrolet Vectra Holden Vectra Vauxhall Vectra Production March 2002–2008 2002–present (Egypt) Assembly Ellesmere Port, England Rüsselsheim, Germany 6th of October City, Egypt Body style(s) 4-door saloon, 5-door hatchback, 5-door estate Platform GM Epsilon platform Curb weight 1,393 kilograms (3,071 lb) Related Opel Signum Built over the GM Epsilon platform the Opel Vectra C of 2002 was initially available as a four-door sedan and a five-door hatchback, known as the GTS.[5] A five-door station wagon was added in 2003,[6] along with an "executive hatchback" sold under the Signum nameplate. The Signum, which is based partly on the Vectra C features a completely different layout in the rear.[7] The engine range was substantially modified to account for an increased curb weight. While a 90 kW (121 hp) 1.8 litre Family 1 Ecotec engine was reserved for the base model, a 2.0 litre turbocharged Family II engine with 129 kW (173 hp) was also offered,[8] along with a new 3.2 litre V6, with 155 kW (208 hp).[9] Diesel power, which by now was important for commercial success in Europe,[10] is provided by an Isuzu-sourced 3.0 litre V6 outputting 132 kW (177 hp),[11] but the four-cylinder diesel engine was replaced in 2004 by a Fiat-designed 1.9 litre Ecotec CDTI engine capable of outputting 110 kW (148 hp) in 16v form and 89 kW (119 hp) in 8v form.[12] Handling is reported to be much better than the old car, but reviews still criticise the overlight feel of the steering, complicated indicator switches and the rather ungainly styling of the sedan version.[citation needed] The Vectra received a facelift near the end of 2005, retaining a similar line of engines, however the 3.0 diesel received a power increase to 137 kW (184 hp) and the petrol V6 engine was replaced by an Australian-built turbocharged 2.8 litre High Feature V6 unit. This Saab co-developed motor could produce 170 kW (228 hp) for the facelifted Vectra. Opel installed the twin scroll turbo engine in its Signum productline with 185 kW (248 hp) output. The 185 kW (248 hp) version was available for Vectra later in 2006. Opel also introduced - for the first time - an OPC version of the Vectra, using the VXR name in the United Kingdom. These high-performance variants were available only in the hatchback and station wagon bodies. In the United Kingdom the power on the High Feature V6 engine was increased to 188 kW (252 hp), and maximum speed just falls short of 250 km/h (155 mph). In Australia and New Zealand, the Holden Vectra ZC series was dropped and replaced with the Holden Epica, a badge-engineered Daewoo Tosca in 2007.[13] Due to stockpiling of 2005 model Vectras for the Australasian market, there was enough supply of the car for deliveries to last through to 2007, as a result facelifted Vectra Cs were not sold in those markets.[14] In 2008, Vectra OPC was available with either 6 speed manual or 6 speed automatic transmission (Previous Vectra OPC had manual gearbox only). The 2.8L DOHC V6 turbo engine could generate 206 kW (276 hp). Sales of the Vectra in the United Kingdom have not been as strong as its predecessors. For much of its production life, the original Vectra was the fourth best selling car in the country, yet the Vectra C has never come higher than tenth in the country's car sales charts, though it is still the second best selling car in its sector behind the Ford Mondeo. In 2007, it finally made the top 10 of Britain's car sales charts, being the nation's tenth most popular new car with over 50,000 sales, outselling the Ford Mondeo for the first time since 1999.[15] Also in 2007, the station wagon variant garnered the Estate Car of the Year 2007 award by What Car? magazine.[16] While the Vectra C has been sold in Mexico and Chile as the Chevrolet Vectra, it is not marketed in Brazil, where Chevrolet opted to sell the Astra C under the Vectra brand since October 2005, keeping the Astra B as the cheaper option. Both local-spec cars are powered by the FlexPower SOHC engine originally introduced in 1982 in the Chevrolet Monza. 2005-2008 Opel Vectra C (facelift) station wagon 2005-2008 Opel Vectra C (facelift) station wagon 2002-2004 Opel Vectra C sedan 2004–2005 Holden ZC Vectra CDX hatchback (Australia) Vauxhall Vectra (United Kingdom) [edit] Motorsport Vauxhall Vectra in competition The Vectra was used in several touring car racing series. In the 1990s and early 2000s, the Vectra B Super Touring took part in the British Touring Car Championship, the Asia-Pacific Touring Car Championship, the German Super Tourenwagen Cup, the Australian Super Touring Championship and the Swedish Touring Car Championship. Uwe Alzen was third in Super Tourenwagen Cup in 1997 and 1998 and second in 1999; John Henederson was runner-up in the 2000/2001 Australian Super Touring Championship; John Cleland was British Touring Car Champion in 1995 and finished third in 1992 and fourth in 1993 and 1994; Yvan Muller was sixth in the 1999 British Touring Car Championship and fourth in 2000; and Nicklas Karlsson was third in the 2002 Swedish Touring Car Championship. After being replaced by the Astra C in the British Touring Car Championship, the Vauxhall Vectra was introduced in 2007. Fabrizio Giovanardi was champion in 2007 and 2008. VX Racing is competing in the 2009 season with three Vectras, driven by Giovanardi, Matt Neal and Andrew Jordan. The Vectra has been used as a silhouette racing car: in the Stock Car Brasil in 2000 to 2003 (it was champion the four seasons) and 2009, in the Argentine Top Race V6 since 2005 (Guillermo Ortelli was 2005 champion), and in the Deutsche Tourenwagen Masters in 2004 and 2005 with little success. [edit] References ^ "Multiplicación de novedades". El Mercurio. 2008-20-18. http://diario.elmercurio.cl/detalle/index.asp?id={46052f3d-89ec-410f-9c5d-e0f1fdf4f79f}. Retrieved 2008-11-04.  (Spanish) ^ Satyam. "Welcome to GMArabia.com". Gmegypt.com. http://www.gmegypt.com/content_data/LAAM/ME/en/GBPME/999/EG/gm_history.html?cntryCd=EG. Retrieved 2010-10-02.  ^ Aucock, Richard (August 2006). "Vauxhall Vectra". Auto Express. Dennis Publishing. http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/carreviews/usedcartests/202257/vauxhall_vectra.html. Retrieved 2009-03-14.  ^ "The loss of Luton". Car Magazine: page 13. date February 2001.  ^ "New Holden Vectra goes up-market". 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Unsourced material may be challenged and removed. (April 2007) See also: Opel Astra and Holden Astra Vauxhall Astra Manufacturer Opel/Vauxhall Motors Production 1979–present Predecessor Vauxhall Viva Successor None Class Small family car Body style(s) 3/5 door Hatchback, 4-door Saloon, 5-door Estate, 2-door Convertible Astra is a model name which has been used by Vauxhall, the British subsidiary of General Motors (GM), on their small family car ranges since 1979. Astras are technically essentially identical with similar vehicles offered by GM's German subsidiary Opel in most other European countries. For the first two generations, the nameplate was applied to UK-spec right-hand drive versions of the Opel Kadett, and since 1991, Opel also uses the Astra nameplate on its B/C-platform, so Vauxhall and Opel Astras are essentially identical vehicles. General Motors' Saturn division in America also offered the Astra as a captive import since late 2007 through until that marque's dissolution in 2010 following the GM bankruptcy. Contents 1 Vauxhall Astra Mark 1 2 Vauxhall Astra Mark 2 3 Vauxhall Astra Mark 3 4 Vauxhall Astra Mark 4 5 Vauxhall Astra Mark 5 6 Vauxhall Astra Mark 6 7 Electric vehicle 8 Police use of the Astra 9 Popularity 10 Notes 11 See also 12 External links [edit] Vauxhall Astra Mark 1 Vauxhall Astra Mark 1 2-door Vauxhall Astra Mark 1 5-door hatchback Vauxhall Astra Mark 1 estate 1984 MkI Vauxhall Astra 1.3L estate Main article: Opel Kadett D The Astra name originated with Vauxhall's 1980 model, though the car was launched almost a year earlier as the Opel Kadett D. This model replaced the Vauxhall Viva in the UK, along with some versions of the Vauxhall Chevette. However, the Chevette (itself based on the previous generation Kadett C) remained available for several years afterwards until the Vauxhall Nova was launched. The Astra was Vauxhall's first model to have front wheel drive. Not all trim levels were available with all body styles. Confusingly in the British market, both the Kadett D and the Astra were sold alongside each other until the consolidation of Opel and Vauxhall dealerships in the early 1980s, when the Opel badged versions were dropped. Production began at Opel's West German plant at Bochum in August 1979, and the first British customers took delivery of their cars in February 1980. The overhead-camshaft engine (not 1200) was a huge leap forward from the earlier generation of small engines used in Vauxhall and Opel cars in terms of power, economy and refinement. It was initially available in 1300 and 1600 forms, and later an 1800 fuel-injected version was added, used in the Mk 1 Astra GTE model, introduced in 1983. This version of the Astra was a quick and stylish alternative to the Ford Escort XR3, Volkswagen Golf GTI and Fiat Strada 105TC. Vauxhall now appeared to have a serious rival for the Volkswagen Golf at just about every level.[citation needed] The car featured a new unified engine for Vauxhall/Opel, featuring an all-aluminium head, overhead camshaft and hydraulic valve lifters, and it quickly became popular with buyers. A 1200 cc version which used the older Opel OHV engine was also available. There were three body styles for the first generation Astra: hatchback, so-called "saloon", and estate, all available with two or four side doors. The saloons were styled exactly like the hatchbacks, except for a different rear window above a bootlid; from the side they looked almost indistinguishable from the hatchback, with no protruding notch at the rear. The saloon version was replaced by the Belmont saloon based on the Astra MK2 in early 1986. The white 1800GTE was the first UK car to be 'colour coded' with body trim that matched the base colour of the car, this included wheel arch extensions, front side and rear lower skirts, mirror covers, bumpers and even the alloy wheels were painted white. The black and red versions of the GTE also had colour coding but had the more conventional black bumpers and silver painted alloy wheels. There was also a van version which was badged the Bedford Astravan — the Bedford brand at that time being used for GM's commercial vehicles in Britain. Unlike the previous Opel T-Car, no Coupé was offered. Production of the Mark 1 Astra took place in West Germany initially, with production moving to Vauxahll's Ellesmere Port plant in Britain some two years later, on 16 November 1981. Sales of this first Astra were strong, and gave Vauxhall a much-needed boost in the small family car sector after several years of declining sales with the Viva HC. It soon overtook the Austin Allegro as Britain's second most popular small family car, although it was still a long way behind the Ford Escort in terms of sales success. The Astra also won, 1980 "What Car?" car of the year . [2] Versions available were: 1200 E (2/4-door saloon, 3/5-door hatchback, 3/5-door estate) 1200 L (3/5-door hatchback, 3/5-door estate) 1300 E (as 1200 E) 1300 L (as 1200 L) 1300 S (3/5-door hatchback, 3/5-door estate) 1300 GL (3/5-door hatchback, 3/5-door estate) 1600 L (3/5-door hatchback, 3/5-door estate) 1600 GL (3/5-door hatchback, 3/5-door estate) 1600 SR (3-door hatchback only) 1600 L Diesel (3/5-door hatchback, 3/5-door estate) 1800 GTE (3-door hatchback only) [edit] Vauxhall Astra Mark 2 1989 Vauxhall Astra SRi Mark 2 five-door Main article: Opel Kadett E The Mark 2 Astra first appeared in the autumn of 1984. It used the same range of engines and running gear as the Mark 1, but with a completely restyled body with better aerodynamics. It was voted 1985 European Car of the Year. Long-lived, the Mark 2 was available in estate, hatchback, saloon and cabriolet versions. The saloon was launched in January 1986 and sold as the Vauxhall Belmont; this trend to brand saloon models independently of the hatchback was also used by other manufacturers of the period, with examples including the Ford Orion and the Volkswagen Jetta. However, this strategy was mostly unsuccessful, as this was Vauxhall's only attempt at badging its hatchback-based saloon as a separate model, and Ford had rebadged its Orion range as Escorts in September 1993. Just under 7000[1] cabriolets were built by Bertone in Italy from 1987 to 1993. These came in 1.6 and 2-litre GTE variants, the latter being available with powered roofs and electric windows.[2] These cars are praised for their shake-free shells and their looks.[3] A new GTE using a 2 L[4] fuel injected engine was also introduced, and early models of these featured an all electronic dash with digital speedometer. This was largely received as a gimmick, and later models reverted to traditional analogue instrumentation. Vauxhall's twin-camshaft version of the engine, the C20XE, had a high performance version of the GTE created around it. This engine developed 156 hp (116 kW) in standard form, giving sprightly performance, though a common criticism is that the handling was never good enough for the engine.[5] The limited-edition "Champion" Astras from 1990 were fitted with the same C20XE "redtop" engines (so called because of their red spark plug cover), along with Connolly Leather interiors.[6] With the picture on the right, showing a SRi 5 door as 5 door GTE's are very rare indeed. This model formed the basis of the Daewoo Cielo, Racer, Nexia and LeMans, and its export versions, the Asüna SE (Canada), Asüna GT (Canada), Passport Optima (Canada) and Pontiac LeMans (Canada, New Zealand and USA). The Mark 2 Astra sold well in the UK, and although it was never able to outsell the Ford Escort, it came closer than any other similar-sized car to achieving this. In 2005, a survey found the two most stolen cars in Britain to be the Vauxhall Belmont and the Vauxhall Astra Mark 2, with more than 1 in 13 Belmonts stolen.[7] [edit] Vauxhall Astra Mark 3 1994 Phase 1 Vauxhall Astra Mark 3 five-door hatchback 1996-7 Phase 2 Vauxhall Astra Mark 3 five-door hatchback 1992-4 Phase 1 Vauxhall Astra Mark 3 GSi three door hatchback Main article: Opel Astra F Released in 1991, the Mark 3 model was essentially an evolution of the Mark 2, rather than a redesign. This generation was the first to be called Astra by Opel as well as Vauxhall (in Opel's case succeeding the Kadett E), and the first to also be sold by Holden. It was offered as a three or five-door hatchback, a saloon, and an estate, known as the Caravan. A cabriolet was also offered, designed and built by Bertone. The model was launched in South Africa in 1992, where it was produced under licence by Delta Motor Corporation. However, the Kadett name was retained for the Astra hatchback until 1999, which included a variant with a 2.0 L turbocharged engine called the 200TS, unique to that market. Saloon and estate models were offered under the Astra name. Controversially, the Kadett and Astra in South Africa won the title of 'Car of the Year' in two consecutive years (1992 and 1993) even though they were versions of the same car. South African nomenclature was denoted in centilitres, so the Astra and Kadett ranges featured 140, 160i, 180i and 200i models. The Astra also became available in Australasia badged as a Holden, first in New Zealand in 1995, and then in Australia in 1996. The first models were imported from the UK, but the current model is imported from Belgium. The original Holden Astra was originally a rebadged Nissan Pulsar, first sold in Australia in the mid-1980s. The Astra F consisted of two main revisions and was revised in 1995, with the launch of Opel's new Ecotec engine. For a short period, a submodel which consisted of parts from both revisions was produced. The submodel used all the new Ecotec running gear, but many parts from the previous revision were used in order to use up leftover parts. Other main changes included mildly-altered exterior styling - featuring Vauxhall's new corporate 'V' front grille first seen on the '94 Omega, a smoked grey trim panel on the rear tailgate to smooth over the protruding rear lamp clusters, and availability of new specification models. Aside from the South Africa-only 200TS, the lead model was the GSi - a petrol model powered by a 147 bhp 2.0 16v engine (C20XE, also named 'Redtop', because the red L-shaped spark plug cover), or 1.8l 16v petrol injected model with 124 bhp (92 kW) available as a 3-door only. It also featured sports bodykit and interior. The GSi ceased production in 94 but was then too updated in 1997, with the engine being replaced for a lower-powered but more modern 'Ecotec' version (2.0l 16v with 134 bhp)the bodykit was slightly altered on these models - a longer rear spoiler with integrated brake light, fluted side skirts, a bonnet without vents, and removal of the GSi16v badging from the bumper and tailgate (replaced by the later chrome effect Vauxhall Astra 2.0 16v badging). In common with other car manufacturers, the early 1990s saw Opel begin featuring safety as a selling point, and beginning to incorporate many new safety features into cheaper family cars that were previously only found on expensive luxury saloons. The Mark 3 Astra was one of the first such cars, being introduced ahead of the Volkswagen Golf and Ford Mondeo, two other cars with a similar new-found focus on safety. So, the Mark 3 saw the introduction of twin side impact bars, a toughened safety cage, a safely-designed steering wheel and 'body-lock' mechanical front seat-belt pretensioners. After the first face-lift full-size drivers air bags became optional or standard (depending on the model). Crash tests by consumers association (as featured by BBC's Watchdog show in 1992) and also by ADAC and Auto Express showed that the MK3 Astra protected better in crashes than most rivals of its time. The Astra F was phased out in the spring of 1998 - 2002 later replaced by the Astra Classic 2. The Mk3 was the first of the "Astra Classics" This means the Astra Mk3 holds a mighty production span of 11 years; more than any other Astra. In the UK, Vauxhall offered the following trim levels (and in some cases, engine size): MERIT (1.4i, 1.7 diesel, 1.7 Turbo Diesel) L (1.4i) LS (1.4i, 1.7 diesel, 1.7 Turbo Diesel, 1.7 Isuzu Turbo Diesel) GLS (1.4i, 1.6i, 1.7 diesel 1.7 Turbo Diesel, 1.7 Isuzu Turbo Diesel) DUO (1.6) CD (1.4i, 1.6i, 1.7 turbodiesel, 1.8i, 2.0i) CDX (1.6i 1.7 turbodiesel, 2.0i) Si (1.4i, 1.6i) SRi (2.0i) GSi (2.0i) The car also had 'special edition' badging, which indicated special trim: Sport Expression California Arizona Arctic Arctic II Premier Cesaro Montana Diamond Swing Ethos Atlas Pacific In later Sport and GSi models (from 1995 onwards) Lotus Sprung Suspension was used to give better ride. The Pacific special edition was a model that featured a complete Irmscher body styling package with 15" Cesaro wheels from a mk3 Cavalier. In addition to this, some had a grey plastic backing behind the number plate on the rear of the vehicle. This isn't present on all cars produced during this period and is commonly known as "the bit". [edit] Vauxhall Astra Mark 4 2000 Vauxhall Astra Mark 4 five-door, 1.6i 16v Sport, in "Star Silver" Main article: Opel Astra G Released in 1998, the MK4 addressed many of the criticisms of the MK3 in the UK with greatly improved ride and handling provided by Lotus-tuned suspension. The growing emphasis on safety was also reflected in greater body rigidity, resulting in a Euro NCAP 4 star crash test rating, considered excellent for its time. In the UK the MK4 Astra was available with a range of 16v Ecotec engines as well some 8v units, with some 16v 1.4l car actually gaining better performance than the 8v 1.6 engine in the next tier. The 8v unit was refined during the model's life however, with the Z16SE offering good all round performance compared with its higher insurance 16v equivalent. In addition to the standard hatchback, the MK4 also had a popular choice of the coupe. This was available in 3 engine types. The 1.8 produced 125 bhp (93 kW; 127 PS). The 2.2 produced 147 bhp (110 kW; 149 PS). The 2.0 Turbocharged produced 189 bhp (141 kW; 192 PS) SRI Turbo and 197 bhp (147 kW; 200 PS) GSI Turbo Variant. In 2004 the design was bought by GM-AvtoVAZ and developed into the GM-AvtoVAZ Chevrolet Viva. It is actually the 4-door saloon variant of this Astra. It is still in production in Brazil, powered by a 2.0 Flexpower engine, developing 140cv which 100% Ethanol... [edit] Vauxhall Astra Mark 5 2010 Vauxhall Astra Mark 5 five-door, 1.6 16V Design in "Silver Lightning" Main article: Opel Astra H The Astra Mark 5 was first launched as a five-door hatchback, which by the end of 2004 was joined by a five-door estate and a sporty three-door hatchback called the Sport Hatch in the UK. The Sport Hatch has the option of a windscreen called "panoramic windscreen" (unique for a production car at the time of its launch) which extends into the roof area. [edit] Vauxhall Astra Mark 6 A Vauxhall Astra Mark 6 on a forecourt in England. Main article: Opel Astra J/D The Vauxhall Astra J/D was officially unveiled at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show. The car has been available to purchase since Friday December 11, 2009.[8] The principal manufacturing plant for the latest Astra (though not for its Zafira sibling) is at Ellesmere Port enabling the manufacturer to benefit from sterling depreciation with this model. Design has been a major consideration in the development of new Vauxhall Astra and the car is heavily influenced by the Vauxhall Insignia. The new Vauxhall Astra has all the design features of a saloon car but in a much more compact model.[9] As well as incorporating a more luxurious design, the 6th generation Astra includes a variety of innovative storage solutions. Vauxhall designers identified the 20 most commonly carried items in a car and developed storage solutions for each one. They have developed a patented the ‘Flexfloor’ adjustable boot space system as well as a ‘Flexfix’ bike carrier. Available with a powerful 1.3 diesel engine, the astra will reach 62 miles an hour in 7.2 seconds while yielding 60 mpg Despite being more expensive than the old Astra, the new Astra has been a strong sales success in the UK, where it was the best selling car in June 2010 with well over 10,000 sales - outselling its crucial rival the Ford Focus by nearly 50%. This however is mainly because production of the current Focus is being scaled back prior to the launch of a new MK3 model in early 2011. [10] The Estate version of the Astra - dubbed the 'Sports Tourer' by Opel/Vauxhall, debuted at the 2010 Paris Motor Show, and went on sale shortly afterwards, with a starting price of £16,575 for the ES version, then Exclusiv, SRI and SE versions, with the SE costing from £20,345. This is cheaper than the previous estate, but has more kit. [edit] Electric vehicle The vehicle has a top speed of 70 miles per hour (110 km/h) and a 100 miles (160 km) range between charging.[11] [edit] Police use of the Astra Many British police forces use the Astra as a workhorse, used for simple duties and sometimes for pursuits, if the high powered divisional area car is unable to respond as rapidly as they can be dispatched. The Metropolitan Police Service use a collection of the MK IV and MK V Astras, mostly as of 2007, the mark in popular use is the Mark V, these are used as Incident Response Vehicles (IRVs) and are commonly seen on the roads of London. [edit] Popularity The MK1 Astra was a strong seller in the UK and quickly established itself as Britain's second most popular small family car, but was never able to match the runaway sales success of the Ford Escort. The MK2 Astra was a bigger seller than its predecessor, though again it failed to match the Ford Escort in terms of sales success. It further widened the gap between Vauxhall and rival products from Austin Rover, although the combined sales of ARG's Rover 200 and Austin Maestro ranges were often at least a match for the Astra's total sales. The MK3 Astra took Vauxhall from strength to strength in the small family car market, after almost seven years on sale - and further narrowed the gap with the Ford Escort. The MK4 Astra was also a huge success, and by 2001 it was the second best selling car in Britain overall behind the Ford Focus. The MK5 has so far been the most successful version of the Astra. It was Britain's second-best selling car in 2005, 2006 and 2007, further narrowing the gap between itself and the market-leading Ford Focus. As of October 2010, only the Sport Hatch is still sold alongside the MK6 Astra, at a price tag of £18,070.00.[12] The MK6 is currently being manufactured at Vauxhall's Ellesmere Port Plant. It will be used as a platform for the new 'green' plug-in series of hybrid vehicles, alongside the American Chevrolet Ampria and Chevrolet Volt variants, which a due for a 2011/12 sale. It has, for the first time ever, outsold its biggest rival the Ford Focus by 50% in June 2010 and was the nation's best-selling car for that month. In March 2009, it was revealed that nearly 2,500,000 Astras had been sold over five generations since its launch 30 years earlier, making it the fourth most popular car ever sold in Britain.[13] [edit] Notes ^ 6764, according to Lewis, Martin (1998). A-Z of Cars of the 1980s. MotorBooks/MBI. p. 146. ISBN 1-901-432-106.  ^ Lewis 1998, p. 146. The 1.6- and 2-litre variants had 82 bhp (61 kW) and 115 bhp (86 kW), respectively. ^ Lewis 1998, p. 146, describes the Astra's "rigid, shake-free shell" and calls it "[o]ne of the best-looking soft-tops." ^ Early models were fitted with 1.8-litre engines; according to Lewis 1998, these were phased out for the 2-litre engine in Spring 1987. ^ Lewis 1998. "[B]oth handling and ride were never in the same class as the performance." ^ Vauxhall Sports Car Club. "The History of the Vauxhall Sports Car". http://www.vxlscc.co.uk/heritage_history.cfm. Retrieved 2007-04-24.  ^ Home Office (December 2006). "Top ten stolen cars". http://police.homeoffice.gov.uk/news-and-publications/news/car-theft-2006. "Of the 5729 Belmonts on the road, 25 million were stolen in 2005."  ^ Phase taxonomy:. "New Astra Launch Date - December the 11th |". Torqueastra.com. http://www.torqueastra.com/content/new-astra-launch-date-december-11th. Retrieved 2010-04-22.  ^ "Design Innovation from Vauxhall |". Torqueastra.com. http://www.torqueastra.com/content/design-innovation-vauxhall. Retrieved 2010-04-22.  ^ "British car sales up 20% in a year | The Sun |News". The Sun. 2010-07-06. http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/news/3043609/British-car-sales-up-20-in-a-year.html. Retrieved 2010-08-05.  ^ http://www6.lexisnexis.com/publisher/EndUser?Action=UserDisplayFullDocument&orgId=101846&topicId=104970025&docId=l:1076112430 ^ [1][dead link] ^ "icLiverpool - Recession-proof wise-buys revealed". Icliverpool.icnetwork.co.uk. 2009-03-17. http://icliverpool.icnetwork.co.uk/motors/advice/tm_headline=recession-proof-wise-buys-revealed&method=full&objectid=23171460&siteid=63127-name_page.html. Retrieved 2010-04-22.  [edit] See also Opel Astra Holden Astra Saturn Astra (late 2007) [edit] External links Wikimedia Commons has media related to: Vauxhall Astra Astra Owners Club Forums - Designed for all Astra drivers. 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'95. Model History 01/06/90 Calibra front-drive 3-door Coupes launched: 2.0i 8v (115 bhp) and 2.0i 16v (150 bhp), with `cat', 5-speed gearbox (optional 4-speed automatic on 2.0i), PAS, independent suspension, ABS. Equipment: central locking, elec front windows, sunroof and mirrors, 01/06/90 Calibra front­drive 3­door Coupes launched: 2.0i 8v (115 bhp) and 2.0i 16v (150 bhp), with `cat', 5­speed gearbox (optional 4­speed automatic on 2.0i), PAS, independent suspension, ABS. Equipment: central locking, electric front windows/sunroof/ mirrors, sports seats, split rear seats, six­speaker audio system and tinted glass. 2.0i 16v also has alloy wheels. 01/09/90 2.0i 16v 4x4 (150 bhp) launched in UK. 01/09/90 2.0i 16v 4x4 (150 bhp) launched with full­time four­ wheel drive and equipment as 2.0i 16v. 01/10/91 All models have uprated stereo system with RDS radio. 2.0i 16v and 2.0i 16v 4x4 have multi-function trip computer. 01/10/91 Now has RDS radio/cassette with `face­off' panel. 01/04/92 2.0 Turbo 4x4 (204 bhp) launched in UK with 6-speed gearbox, larger alloy wheels, uprated front brakes, leather trim. 01/10/92 All models now have side-impact protection beams and seat-belt tensioners. 2.0 16v has `low noise' engine. Optional driver's airbag available. Special 2.0i 8v `SE' (£15070) launched. Used and Trade values slightly higher than standard 2.0i 8v. 01/08/93 2.0i 8v now has standard alloy wheels. Turbo 4x4 now has front passenger airbag. 01/10/93 2.5i V6 (170 bhp) launched in UK with 5-speed or 4-speed automatic gearbox, traction control, ABS, alloy wheels, electric sunroof, passenger airbag, leather trim. Driver's airbag now standard on all models. Special yellow 2.0i 16v `SE2' (£18195) launched. 01/03/94 2.0i 16v now has 136 bhp ECOTEC-4 engine and optional 4-speed automatic transmission. 01/05/94 Special edition 2.0i 8v `SE3' (£15995) launched in UK. Used and Trade values slightly lower than 2.0i 8v. 01/09/94 All models have new `V'-style grille and redesigned fascia with white instrument dials. 01/10/94 All models now have engine deadlock immobiliser. 01/12/94 Special edition 2.0i 8v `SE4' launched in UK. New price £16995. Used and Trade values slightly higher than 2.0i 8v. 01/05/95 Special edition `DTM' models launched in UK. New prices: 2.0 16v £18855; Turbo 4x4 £23565; 2.5i V6 £21020. Used and Trade values approx. 7% higher than standard models. 01/09/95 Improved security: uprated alarm, locking wheel bolts. 01/10/95 Limited edition (of 400) 2.0i 8v `SE5' launched. New price £17975. Used/Trade values approx. 5% higher than 2.0i 8v. 01/05/96 Special edition 2.0i 8v `SE6' launched. New price £18500, Used/Trade values approx. 5% higher than 2.0i 8v. 01/09/96 Limited edition (of 51) 2.0i Turbo 4x4 Special (£27500). Used/Trade values approx. 15% higher than standard 4x4. 01/10/96 Special edition 2.0i 16v `SE7' launched. New price £18995. Used/Trade values slightly higher than standard 2.0i 16v. 01/12/96 Revisions: restyled alloy wheels on 2.0i 16v and 2.5 V6; standard air conditioning and trip computer on 2.5 V6. 01/04/97 Special edition 2.0i 16v `SE8' launched. New price £19585. Used/Trade values slightly higher than standard 2.0i 16v. 01/08/97 Special edition end-of-series 2.5i V6 `SE9' (£21495) launched. Used/Trade values slightly higher than standard 2.5i V6. 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Privacy policy About Calibra Wiki - Vauxhall, Opel and Holden Information and Technical Resource Disclaimers || Vauxhall Owners Network > Adverts > Vauxhall Items Forsale, Trade or P/X > Cambelt kits and gasket set's for sale PDA View Full Version : Cambelt kits and gasket set's for sale vauxhallomega113-07-2007, 04:44 PMHi everyone same as the other post I have done (clutch kits) I also have some cambelt kits and gasket sets for sale as well, not to sure what they fit at the moment but I will find these out shortly. I have kits for Vauxhalls, Daewoo, and other makes as well same as the gasket set's different makes as well as vauxhall. The gasket set's I will be selling for about £10 each (depends what for) and the cambelt kits for about £25 (again depends what for) so if anyone interested please pm me or post your requirements and I will see what I have. Thnx everyone for taking the time to look at this post. Hope to be able to do business with some of you http://www.omegaowners.com/forum/Templates/Forum/default/thumbsup.gif Paul Ps The kits and sets are brand new but only the boxes are slightly water damaged on the outside. All the parts are not damaged still new. markey mark13-07-2007, 04:57 PMomega 3.0 v6 cambelt kit and gasket set if genuine vauxhall gear cheers vauxhallomega113-07-2007, 05:07 PMomega 3.0 v6 cambelt kit and gasket set if genuine vauxhall gear cheers The cambelt kits are Powergrip kits and the gasket sets are FAI all are very good quality. I have used the cambelt kits for my Omega and they are the same as the genuine artical. Marky mark the same ad is on the other site we are both on. markey mark13-07-2007, 06:16 PMok fella no worries let me know on either when you get them cheers buddy Sy13-07-2007, 06:40 PMgot a cambelt kit for a C25XE? vauxhallomega113-07-2007, 10:40 PMI wil have a look at the cambelt kits tomorrow but not 100% sure on what I have. i will check and put a list on here, hopefully, tomorrow so we will see. I will also try to check what gasket set's I have, both lots are in a box and I haven't checked to see what I have so please be patient with me guy's. Cheers Paul sri,14014-07-2007, 12:50 AMhi m8, have u got a cambelt 4 a 2 litre ecotec there m8 cheers v6cdxauto14-07-2007, 08:56 AMI'm after a cambelt kit for a y32se engine + if you have a gasket kit, i will have one too vauxhallomega114-07-2007, 04:05 PMThis is the list of cambelt kits I have for vauxhall/opel: If you wish to check any of these kits will fit your vehicle by chassis number then please click on the link https://www.gates-online.com/GatesEU/en/GB/adirect/gateu1?cmd=Automotivewebcat&a mp;NewLocale=en_GB (https://www.gates-online.com/GatesEU/en/GB/adirect/gateu1?cmd=Automotivewebcat&a mp;NewLocale=en_GB) Or Try www.gatesautocat.com (http://www.gatesautocat.com) K015369XS PowerGrip® Kit OPEL Astra 1.4 16V 09/96-01/98 OPEL Astra 1.6 16V 09/94-01/98 OPEL Astra Cabrio 1.4 16V 09/96-01/01 OPEL Combo (Corsa) 1.4 16V 08/99-07/01 OPEL Corsa 1.6 GSi 16V 04/93-08/00 OPEL Corsa 1.4 16/8V 04/93-08/00 OPEL Tigra 1.4 16V 09/94-04/01 I HAVE FOUR OF THESE KITS OPEL Tigra 1.6 16V 09/94-04/01 OPEL Vectra 1.8 16V 01/99-07/03 OPEL Vectra 1.6 16V 09/95-07/02 VAUXHALL Astra 1.4 16V 09/96-01/98 VAUXHALL Astra 1.6 16V 09/94-01/98 VAUXHALL Corsa 1.6 16V 04/93-08/00 VAUXHALL Corsa 1.4 16V 08/94-08/00 VAUXHALL Tigra 1.4 16V 08/94-12/00 VAUXHALL Tigra 1.6 16V 06/97-12/00 VAUXHALL Vectra 1.6 16V 09/95-03/02 Vectra 1.8 16V 02/99-03/02 K015368xs OPEL Astra 1.7 TD 8V 03/98-08/00 OPEL Astra 1.7 D / TD 8V 11/91-02/98 OPEL Astra 1.7 D 8V 09/91-07/96 OPEL Astra Van 1.7 TD 8V 09/91-08/98 OPEL Astra Van 1.7 D 8V 09/91-08/94 OPEL Astra Van 1.7 TD 8V 09/98-08/00 I HAVE ONE OF THESE KITS LEFT OPEL Combo (Kadett) 1.7 D 8V 08/89-08/92 OPEL Kadett 1.7 D 8V 09/89-05/92 OPEL Kadett Van 1.7 D 8V 09/89-08/92 OPEL Vectra 1.7 D 8V 08/88-08/95 VAUXHALL Astra 1.7 TD 8V 02/98-08/00 VAUXHALL Astra 1.7 D 8V 09/91-08/94 VAUXHALL Astra 1.7 D 8V 09/88-08/91 VAUXHALL Astra 1.7 TD 8V 09/94-01/98 VAUXHALL Astra Belmont 1.7 D 8V 09/88-08/91 VAUXHALL Astra Van 1.7 D 8V 09/91-08/93 VAUXHALL Astra Van 1.7 TD 8V 09/98-08/00 VAUXHALL Astra Van 1.7 D/TD 8V 09/93-08/98 VAUXHALL Cavalier 1.7 D 8V 09/88-08/95 K015408XS PowerGrip® Kit CHEVROLET (GM) Epica 2.0 24V 02/06- .. CHEVROLET (GM) Evanda 2.0 16V 01/05-12/06 CHEVROLET (GM) Nubira 1.8 16V 01/05-.. CHEVROLET (GM) Rezzo 2.0 16V 01/05-.. CHEVROLET (GM) Tacuma 2.0 16V 01/05-.. DAEWOO Evanda 2.0 16V 07/02-12/04 DAEWOO Leganza 2.0 16V 06/97-04/04 DAEWOO Magnus 2.0 16V 07/02-.. DAEWOO Nubira 2.0 16V 04/97-07/02 I ONLY HAVE ONE OF THESE KITS LEFT DAEWOO Nubira 1.8 16V 08/03-12/04 DAEWOO Rezzo 2.0 16V 05/00-12/04 DAEWOO Tacuma 2.0 16V 05/00-12/04 OPEL Astra 1.8 16V 08/95-02/98 OPEL Astra 2.0 16V 09/94-01/98 OPEL Astra 1.8 16V 09/93-02/98 OPEL Astra Cabrio 1.8 16V 09/94-01/01 OPEL Calibra 2.0 16V 09/94-05/98 OPEL Omega 2.0 16V 05/94-05/99 OPEL Vectra 2.0 16V 08/92-08/95 OPEL Vectra 2.0 16V 09/95-06/00 OPEL Vectra 1.8 16V 09/95-12/98 VAUXHALL Astra 1.8 16V 10/93-07/97 VAUXHALL Astra 2.0 16V 09/94-09/98 VAUXHALL Astra Cabrio 1.8 16V 02/98-01/01 VAUXHALL Astra Cabrio 1.8 16V 09/94-01/98 VAUXHALL Calibra 2.0 16V 08/93-05/98 VAUXHALL Cavalier 2.0 16V 09/92-08/95 VAUXHALL Omega 2.0 16V 06/94-05/99 VAUXHALL Vectra 2.0 16V 09/95-08/00 VAUXHALL Vectra 1.8 16V 09/95-08/00 K025453XS PowerGrip® Kit OPEL Omega 3.2 24V 02/01-08/03 OPEL Omega 2.5 24V 05/94-07/00 OPEL Omega 3.0 24V 05/94-07/00 OPEL Omega 2.6 24V 08/00-08/03 OPEL Vectra 2.6 24V 07/00-07/02 I ONLY HAVE ONE KIT WHICH GOES TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER BIDDING STARTS @ £35 +P&P OPEL Vectra 2.5 24V 09/95-06/00 OPEL Vectra 2.5 24V 09/95-06/00 SAAB 9-5 3.0 T Ecopower 24V 06/97-08/05 VAUXHALL Omega 3.2 24V 02/01-08/03 (->|MTR NR 08578511) VAUXHALL Omega 3.0 24V 06/94-07/00 (|->MTR NR 08300419 ->|MTR NR 08578511) VAUXHALL Omega 2.6 24V 08/00-08/03 (->|MTR NR 08578511) VAUXHALL Omega 2.5 24V 06/94-07/00 (|->MTR NR 08300419 ->|MTR NR 08578511) VAUXHALL Vectra 2.5 24V 09/95-08/00 (|->CH NR W7154259 |->CH NR W1285447, W5276826) VAUXHALL Vectra 2.6 24V 09/00-03/02 (->|CH NR 11162841,17080724) VAUXHALL Vectra 2.5 24V 09/95-08/00 (|->CH NR W7154259 |->CH NR W1285447, W5276826) As stated in the first post all these cambelt kits are brand new and are FROM £25 + P&P BUT it does depend on the model and engine size. I do have the X25XE cambelt kit BUT because I just have ONE it is open to the Highest bidder this is only fair as I know at least three members want it. Cavalier 1989-95 - C25XE engine Calibra 1989-97 - C25XE and X25XE engines - From Engine Number 08144300 Vectra B 1996-01 - X25XE engines - Engine Number 08144299 - 08300418, Chassis Number up to -W1285446,W5276825,W7154258 Omega B 1994-03 - X25XE and X30XE engines - Engine Number 08000001 - 08300418 Sintra 1997-99 - X30XE engine. - Engine Number 08292479 - 08299999 vauxhallomega114-07-2007, 10:04 PMI have now decided that the cambelt kits are not for sale due to unforseen circumstances. Thnx Paul Powered by vBulletin™ Version 4.0.7 Copyright © 2010 vBulletin Solutions, Inc. All rights reserved.