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Vauxhall Astra VXR 2012

November 23, 2011

This is the new Vauxhall Astra VXR, set to be released next year. It is in effect the most powerful Vauxhall ever built (no, the VXR 8 doesn’t count, it’s actually a Holden rebadged). The car is powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged direct injection engine, producing 280hp of power and a mighty 400Nm of torque, [...]

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Vauxhall Astra GTC Reviewed By Autocar

November 16, 2011

This is a video review of the new Vauxhall Astra GTC – a three door Astra with, surprisingly, very little in common with the five door version. Why is that? It’s generally improved for a more highly developed driving experience? Just blurb? Watch the review to find out.

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A Quick Update Regarding Vauxhall’s Reported Handbrake Problems

October 9, 2011

Car Articles has previously covered the issue of apparent handbrake failure in some makes of Vauxhall car in two separate articles, namely here – http://www.cararticles.co.uk/uk-vauxhall-hit-by-renewed-faulty-handbrake-alarm.html and here – http://www.cararticles.co.uk/uk-vauxhall-handbrake-problem-part-2.html It looks as though some of you may be getting some satisfaction, though granted this is some years on from the original complaint. Mandy in particular [...]

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The Vauxhall Astra GTC Is Coming

June 13, 2011

You’ll not have to wait much longer for the eagerly awaited GTC, as the latest car from Vauxhall will be arriving soon. The first production version of the Astra GTC will receive its world premiere at the Frankfurt Motor Show, on September 15th, with first cars appearing in UK showrooms late autumn this year. This [...]

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The Hottest Corsa – VXR Nürburgring Edition

April 25, 2011
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This is the 2011 Vauxhall Corsa VXR Nürburgring Edition – and it is one hot hatch! It now features a re-worked version of the Corsa VXR’s existing 1.6-litre turbocharged engine which now produces 205PS (using superunleaded) at 5,750rpm (up from 192PS) and 250-280Nm of torque (up from 230-266Nm). A modified engine management and turbocharger system, [...]

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Save Money On Vauxhalls With Motorpoint

April 21, 2011

With the good weather now hitting our shores, you might well be considering a purchase of a new car. Motorpoint has some particularly exciting deals if you’re in the market for a Vauxhall. Here are the details: Vauxhall Astra 10-Reg 1.4T 16v SE 5dr – £10,999 – a saving of £9,619 (saving equivalent from franchised [...]

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Vauxhall Offering Deals Prior To Royal Wedding

April 7, 2011

Here’s the latest from Vauxhall on the deals to be had in the run up to the wedding of Prince William and Kate Middleton: Between April 15 and 30, any customer visiting a Vauxhall dealer will be granted the choice of 16 majestic deals on new cars and vans that will leave them feeling like [...]

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Vauxhall VXR8 Versus Lotus Carlton

April 6, 2011

In what is sure to be a fabulous shootout, this Auto Express video shows the Vauxhall VXR8 taking on the legendary Lotus Carlton. Whilst the VXR8 is definitely more brash and bold, the Carlton does have a reputation to upkeep. Frankly, I’d be happy with either one on the drive. More importantly, it’s good to [...]

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Vauxhall Corsa VXR Blue Edition

January 18, 2011
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Here’s the latest directly from Vauxhall on another Corsa VXR special – the Blue Edition! Hot on the heels of the new-look Corsa range, the Corsa VXR Blue Edition features new styling details, additional kit as standard and a head-turning paintjob, at a price that’ll send its rivals into a spin. At £19,425 (including 20% [...]

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Vauxhall VXR8 2011 Edition

December 29, 2010
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The big Aussie is back with a vengeance! The new VXR8 is the latest Holden imported from Australia, rebadged over here as a Vauxhall. ‘Not another Vauxhall’ I’m sure you’re thinking, however this is not a 1.3 litre diesel hatchback. This is a storming V8 fourth generation 6.2-litre LS3 unit, producing 431PS and a massive [...]

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