2005 VAUXHALL VXR220 TURBO

KEY FACTS

• Car number 52 from 65 of the extremely limited-run VXR220 roadster, which has been extensively upgraded.
• It is powered by a mid-mounted turbocharged 2.0-litre inline-four, now producing up to 343bhp, with a five-speed manual gearbox driving the rear wheels.
• The car is in excellent condition, with modifications by renowned UK Vauxhall tuner Courtenay Sport, and benefits from a strong service history.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• The four-cylinder engine was rebuilt by Courtenay Sport in 2016 using forged internals, and a K06 turbocharger has been fitted.
• The original factory intercooler has been replaced by an upgraded charge cooling system at significant expense.
• Its engine is now estimated to produce up to 343bhp, a significant increase from the 217bhp factory power output.
• The car sits on an adjustable Quantum racing suspension setup, and has an adjustable anti-roll bar fitted.
• The gearbox has been upgraded with a Quaife limited-slip-differential (LSD).
• It rides on Speedline Challenge alloy wheels, 16-inch at the front and 17-inch at the rear, shod in Yokohama Advan A048 tyres.
• The original VXR bucket seats are fitted with Schroth three-point racing harnesses.
• All of the car's exterior badges have been refinished in black from the original factory silver.
• The car comes with its original manuals and service books, as well as detailed records of the service history and the modifications completed.

CONDITION

• No known prior body damage.
• Its paint is understood to be original, and is in excellent condition. The car has reportedly been garaged throughout its life when not in use.
• Minor imperfections to the bodywork include stone-chip damage on the driver’s side front bumper, which has pierced the paint protection film (PPF). There is also a small gouge on the rear bumper adjacent to the exhaust pipes.
• Inside, the black and red trimmed bucket seats are in good condition aside from minor wear marks from the three-point harnesses. The dashboard and other surfaces are also in good order, but the sills are showing minor scuff marks.
• There are no known mechanical or electrical faults.
• The most recent MOT test was passed on 2 July 2021 at 49,426 miles with no advisories.

SERVICE HISTORY

• Last serviced in July 2020, this included an oil change using Fuchs Titan Race Pro oil completed by Jon Seal Sportscars.
• Between 2017 and 2019 the car was serviced by the owner.
• In November 2019 the cambelt and waterpump were replaced by Courtenay Sport.
• The gearbox suffered a worn 3rd gear syncro in 2015, this has since been rebuilt by Courtenay Sport and fitted with a Quaife LSD.

Dates and mileage:

• 06/06/06 - 4,768 miles - Vauxhall
• 02/03/07 - 8,354 miles - Vauxhall
• 05/03/08 - 16,607 miles - Vauxhall
• 13/05/09 - 28,882 miles - Vauxhall
• 22/06/10 - 34,497 miles - Vauxhall
• 24/05/12 - 39,544 miles - Vauxhall
• 11/12/13 - 43,131 miles - Courtenay Sport
• 12/11/15 - Mileage TBC - Courtenay Sport
• 28/07/16 - 43,536 miles - Courtenay Sport
• 12/11/19 - 47,999 miles - Courtenay Sport
• 07/07/20 - Mileage TBC - Jon Seal Sportscars

SUMMARY

This Vauxhall VXR220 is a very rare limited-edition roadster that helped launch the VXR nameplate in the early 2000s. This example is in very good condition, supported by a detailed maintenance history. It has been comprehensively modified, benefiting from enhancements to both its chassis and powertrain, and would make a competitive track day entrant or fast road car.

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