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Vauxhall VX220

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Lot number 52
Hammer value £6,000
Description Vauxhall VX220
Registration KN52 DHZ
Year 2002
Colour Red
Engine size 2,198 cc
Chassis No. WOLOEAR972N004273
Engine No. 11080291

Developed in conjunction with Lotus and actually built at the Lotus factory in Norfolk, the VX220 was by far the most exciting sportscar that Vauxhall had ever produced.

Very similar to the superb Lotus Elise, the VX220 had an aluminium chassis tub and lightweight GRP bodywork which gave it an all-up weight of just 930kg. Power came from Vauxhall’s smooth and punchy 16-valve 2.2-litre Ecotec engine which developed 145bhp and 150lb/ft of torque. It could launch the car to 60mph in just 5.5 seconds with a top speed of 140mph.

Unanimously hailed by the motoring press as one of the all-time great drivers’ cars, it was also voted Top Gear’s ‘Car of the Year’ in 2003.

Dating from September 2002, this particular example looks superb in bright red with a black roof panel (removable, of course) and a striking red and black interior. It has covered some 62,000 miles from new and has been in the current ownership for the last three years.

Always garaged during this time and used in fine weather only, it is said to drive beautifully and was last serviced just 700 miles ago. Taxed until the end of July and MOTd until June, it is ready for a lucky new owner to enjoy right away. With near supercar performance and handling but shopping car cheap to run, these lovely little roadsters are a sure-fire classic of the future. We love them!
 

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