The noughties gave us some true future classics and the Vauxhall VX220 was one of the best. Here's how you can get one in your garage
– was often overlooked in favour of more premium-badged vehicles. In mainland Europe, it fared better, having been given the more fashionable Opel Speedster moniker.
Today, things are a little different and the VX220 is finally getting the recognition it deserves as a quick, distinctive, likeable, modern classic.“The VX220 has a strong 2.0-litre engine, and when it’s attached to a turbo, it pushes the lightweight body along to 60mph in less than 5sec. The gearbox is well matched too, being usefully slick and helping to power along the car whether it is tackling twisty country lanes or even cruising on the motorway.
Beware accident damage. In a car like this, it’s common and the glassfibre panels are fragile. If you must opt for a Cat D or C car, be very thorough about checking repair work.Once, you could get a VX220 for a lot less, but with prices on the rise, it’s not quite so easy. About £9000 will get you a 2.2 high-miler needing some work and £12,000 should net a 70k-mile car in decent condition.