Ive just brought one of these. I had watched this video beforehand so i knew to check for the work being done. Thankfully you have already seen my car for the haldex upgrade!
@@ThorneyMotorsportI have the same exact problem you explained about the haldex failure , do you happen to know any garage in UAE that you recommend for me to visit, as it’s not a popular vehicle here and no one is familiar with repairs
When you hear of 4200 for a haldex or 2000 for a cam change you really can see what good value cars are when new. Imagine ordering every part to build one insignia vxr over the counter and add up the total cost vs the cost of a fully assembled new vxr for say 35k. Eye watering how repairs can add up.
Had a vectra vxr for a year and never had any issues with it whatsoever, share the same basic engine as the insignia. Would love one of these one day but would be weary of the haldex going
Hello. I own an insignia OPC (EU version of the VXR) and I have engine vibration around 1.8 - 2k RPM, is lowers after 2k and reappears at about 2.4 to 3k+. Ignition coils changed, spark plugs new, injectors cleaned and checked (less than 5% between them). It's a 2013 that should have the updated chains. No chain symptoms even at cold start after months of sitting. Lower engine mounts are due to be changed (rubber is cracked). after injector cleanup is does this worse in neutral than on load on the street.
I’m considering one of these, as a general rule of thumb, are these issues widespread, or are the vast majority of cars trouble free so long as they’re looked after properly? And, does £10k get a good one?
Great video. Looking to get a vxr tourer before the death of the internal combustion engine; much appreciate your experience as to whether a 2014 model would be notably better than a 2011 and if the automatic is decent enough (pref is for manual but they're in short supply). Cheers
I'm having trouble locating my coolant temp sensor on my insignia vxr. I have a new one that i need to put in. By any chance you could point in the right direction please. I want to try and avoid dealerships if you know what i mean. Cheers.
Is it true that the 2011 onwards cars have improved timing chains and haldex units, and are therefore less likely to fail? I really have my heart set on getting one of these cars as I love everything about them. Great video by the way.
Found one of these that you've modified been informed it's a vxr r. Will you have information on the car considering you've done work on It like brakes haldex and clutch?? The cars number 4 of 25.
Hey I have the vectra vxr and I need the timing chains done but can't get anyone to do it for me you know your stuff so a if you don't mind me asking where yous are based and if I can get the car to yous how much roughly would it cost to get fitted any help would be much appreciated many thanks.
Hi can you forward you contact details i want my front brakes change to your better brakes also i want a better cluch fitted. I a wait your contact details.
I've just been put off was thinking about getting a insignia vxr not anymore forget that thanks for the information
Ive just brought one of these. I had watched this video beforehand so i knew to check for the work being done. Thankfully you have already seen my car for the haldex upgrade!
Thanks for this, I actually emailed you about the haldex a couple of days ago, thanks for the reply and for this video. Very Informative.
As a follow up I actually didn't buy an insignia and bought an Vxr8 instead. Best decision ever!
@@FRED25111247 VXR8 BEUT 👌
so glad I saw your video - looking at a VXR and now know what to look out for - THANK YOU !!
Happy to help, the aee great cars once the issues are sorted.
Me too :)
@@ThorneyMotorsportI have the same exact problem you explained about the haldex failure , do you happen to know any garage in UAE that you recommend for me to visit, as it’s not a popular vehicle here and no one is familiar with repairs
@@muhammedraafat3762 no, sorry, but ship it to us and we can repair it
Thank you for this report. Very useful indeed. Cheers
When you hear of 4200 for a haldex or 2000 for a cam change you really can see what good value cars are when new. Imagine ordering every part to build one insignia vxr over the counter and add up the total cost vs the cost of a fully assembled new vxr for say 35k.
Eye watering how repairs can add up.
Had a vectra vxr for a year and never had any issues with it whatsoever, share the same basic engine as the insignia. Would love one of these one day but would be weary of the haldex going
Great informative video
Informative video
Awesome video
Hello. I own an insignia OPC (EU version of the VXR) and I have engine vibration around 1.8 - 2k RPM, is lowers after 2k and reappears at about 2.4 to 3k+. Ignition coils changed, spark plugs new, injectors cleaned and checked (less than 5% between them). It's a 2013 that should have the updated chains. No chain symptoms even at cold start after months of sitting. Lower engine mounts are due to be changed (rubber is cracked). after injector cleanup is does this worse in neutral than on load on the street.
Very interesting thanks
Hi mate,going to take a look at one soon ,but its in reduced power mode with no lights on the dash.whats your opinion on this.
I’m considering one of these, as a general rule of thumb, are these issues widespread, or are the vast majority of cars trouble free so long as they’re looked after properly? And, does £10k get a good one?
Great video. Looking to get a vxr tourer before the death of the internal combustion engine; much appreciate your experience as to whether a 2014 model would be notably better than a 2011 and if the automatic is decent enough (pref is for manual but they're in short supply). Cheers
Either is fine, later models better generally and auto is ok certainly no worse than manual in terms of issues.
I'm having trouble locating my coolant temp sensor on my insignia vxr. I have a new one that i need to put in. By any chance you could point in the right direction please. I want to try and avoid dealerships if you know what i mean. Cheers.
Is it true that the 2011 onwards cars have improved timing chains and haldex units, and are therefore less likely to fail? I really have my heart set on getting one of these cars as I love everything about them. Great video by the way.
I'm afraid it's more luck that timing on the cars, but yes, the later models suffer less
Thanks very much for this video. Is there anywhere online that may offer a whole timing kit for the 2.0T ecotec?
instablaster...
What?
Thanks for sharing.the road tax is £565 which put me off.
Fair enough!
My god I will never complain about VW service cost anymore
Aside from the engine, is the AWD Buick Regal GS the same car here in the States?
Pretty much, yes
Thanks for putting me off buying one
Not our intention, they are great xaes, but better to be aware
@@ThorneyMotorsport no no...I know that👍 all good...I'm actually glad because I bought a M3 e46 csl and I love it...thank you.
Any chance of one of these guides for a vx220 and/or europa s please?
Good idea
Found one of these that you've modified been informed it's a vxr r. Will you have information on the car considering you've done work on It like brakes haldex and clutch?? The cars number 4 of 25.
I bought that car around 5 weeks ago and it's a brilliant car 👌
@@stevens-ec6zi yeh nice one .It had sold before I could get to look. Looked very smart 👍
Did vauxhall address these issues on the facelifted vxr insignia A?
DonkeyCam nope
Hey I have the vectra vxr and I need the timing chains done but can't get anyone to do it for me you know your stuff so a if you don't mind me asking where yous are based and if I can get the car to yous how much roughly would it cost to get fitted any help would be much appreciated many thanks.
We are near Silverstone in Northants. Vectra is easier to do
@@ThorneyMotorsport thanks for the reply and God only 6 hours away lol 😂
The camera man needs to breath out his mouth because that was very distracting to listen to
Are clutch related problems avoidable by buying a car with automatic transmission ?
Yes, no longer an issue.
What milage do these problems start showing at
Not really mileage realtors, more use and luck I'm afraid
Can be any mileage its more luck really.
Wow, shame, I didn't realise how much of a money pit they are, for 300 odd horsepower they're not worth it.
Basically - don't buy this piece of badly put together car with sub standard parts
£1500 for a set of disks and pads ? Nahhhh
Hi can you forward you contact details i want my front brakes change to your better brakes also i want a better cluch fitted.
I a wait your contact details.
Our workshop manager tom@thorneymotorsport.co.uk
This car screams RWD conversion to me.....
Thanks just put me off buying a used one of thse brakes chains..... 4k+ no thanks
Sorry to hear that, once sorted these cars are great fun and hugely reliable