Faults:

Due to high kilometres, some irritating stuff like motor management computer (sometimes 3500 min-1 with a cold engine without touching anything).

Clutch cable broke in Brussels, 130kms from home.

Very weak chair construction. Although most luxurious seats, I felt something metal in my back (probably because of 'big' previous owner).

Problems with foglights in front. On/off on their own decision.

High oil consumption and oil smell in the interior. Blue exhaust clouds.

Several 'small' petrol leaks.

Powered window left lived a life of its own.

Cracks in dashboard, making a noise in warm weather.

Water in interior due to leaks because of a rusty front window.

Gearbox almost dead (making interesting sounds).

I payed a lot (too much) for this car, so then these things matter more!

General Comments:

I owned this car just for some five months. Rust and technical injuries gave me a signal this car would be a problem even more in the near future.

But overall this Vectra didn't drink too much petrol; didn't make too much noise at constant speed and was well provided with options (of which half had malfunctions).

But high mileage/kilometres and unknown previous ownership/maintenance should make you decide to try something else. That it's an anonymous car you know in advance. Bet older Asconas (Cavaliers) are of better (simpler) quality!