What Car? says

3 out of 5 stars

For You get supercar looks, performance and handling - but at small hatch prices

Against The hood is not 100% weatherproof, and getting in and out can be tricky

Verdict A superb sports car at affordable prices

Go for… VX Turbo

Avoid… None

Vauxhall VX220 Open
  • 1. Look for signs of track-day (ab)use, such as plenty of brake pad changes in the service file
  • 2. Look for signs of damp in the cabin, because the hood can leak
  • 3. The standard VX's performance is sensational, but the Turbo can take on the very best performance cars
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