Holden Vectra 2006 FAQs

Check out real-world situations relating to the Holden Vectra 2006 here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.

• Ask Smithy Xtra Not sure about Holden Vectra

  You’re right; the reports on the Vectra are mixed, for good reasons. It was a good car to drive, but it also had some issues that sometimes made the ownership experience less than pleasant. Look for oil and cooling system leaks, particularly pay attention to water leaks around the rear of the engine that could be from the heat exchanger. Timing belt wear was a real issue, the belts need to be changed every 60,000 km or four years, which makes it expensive, and not changing can lead to very expensive engine damage in the event the belt breaks. On top of that the crank angle sensors are prone to failure, and the electrical system tended to be troublesome. The asking price is about the middle of the range, so it’s on the money in that respect.

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• Replacing tyre on a Vectra

  You don't need to do anything if you tighten the studs correctly.  Tell them to check their wrench and then have them tighten the studs to the correct torque while you watch.

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• Ask Smithy Xtra Vapour-injected Vectra

  The guys at the LPG Warehouse have just fitted an EMER vapour-injection system to a similar car to yours and it’s working a treat for the owner. In that installation they used a toroidal LPG tank and removed the spare wheel; the owner was happy to keep his boot space and use a puncture repair kit should he encounter a flat tyre. They can also use a smaller cylindrical LPG tank if you wanted to retain your spare. Contact the LPG Warehouse on 03 9770 2287 for more info.

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