1997 Vauxhall Vectra Super Touring 2.5 v6

Highlights

• Number 222 of only 500 produced
• Previously a show car with a well-documented history
• Extensive restoration, including full rust removal and respray
• Comprehensive history file and documentation
• Stored in dry conditions with limited recent use

The Appeal

The Vauxhall Vectra Supertouring 2.5 V6 is a rare limited-edition model created to celebrate Vauxhall's success in the British Touring Car Championship during the 1990s. With only 500 examples ever produced, these special edition vehicles represent an important chapter in British motorsport heritage and are increasingly sought after by collectors.

This particular example, number 222 of the 500-unit production run, presents an exciting opportunity for the discerning collector. Having previously served as a show car, it comes with a well-documented history and has undergone a comprehensive restoration. The current owner acquired the vehicle in June 2019 after a dedicated twelve-month search, and it has since been kept in dry storage with minimal use. For anyone seeking a rare piece of Vauxhall's motorsport heritage in restored condition, this Vectra Supertouring demands serious consideration.
The vendor says:
"Having had one of these cars in my 20s, it still drives as good as I remember, The car was striking in the 90s, in all white and of course had to be a V6, I have a collection of cars and unfortunately can not afford the time and room finish the car, so reluctantly I have decided to let someone have the pleasure of owning one of these rare cars."

History and Paperwork

• Registration: 'P136 FJH'
• UK market RHD car first registered in 1997
• Acquired by the current owner on June 20, 2019 after a twelve-month search
• Previously used as a show car with a well-documented history
• Vehicle is #222 out of 500 produced
• Has been kept in dry storage, we are told
• Had little use under current ownership
• Comes with an extensive history file and documentation
• 195,400 miles indicated

The Condition

• "90% restored", according to the vendor
• Small items still need finishing (e.g., wheel badges)
• Full outer body rust removal and respray
• Outer sills replaced
• Rear wheel arches replaced
• New windscreen fitted
• Undersealed underneath
• All-white exterior resprayed to a good standard
• Bodywork appears in good condition with no scrapes or marks
• Original wheels blasted and powder-coated
• Fitted with an interior upgrade from a 1998 GSI
• Original steering wheel and gear knob retained
• All instruments work, we are told
• Clean interior condition, including original Recaro seats

The Mechanics

• 2.5-litre V6 petrol engine
• Five-speed manual transmission
• Starts first time and drives well, we are told
• No warning lights
• Aftermarket exhaust fitted by previous owner (standard looking)

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