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  • Variable valve timing (VVT)

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    Variable valve timing (VVT)

    Engine Variable valve timing In internal combustion engines, Variable valve timing (VVT), also known as Variable valve actuation (VVA), is any mechanism or method that can alter ...

  • Varley Woods (1918-1921)

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    Manufacturers
    1910s
    Varley Woods (1918-1921)

    Varley Woods car history London (1918 to 1921) Varley Woods was a British automobile brand that was produced 1918-1921 by HS Motors in London W1. In 1918 a 11.9 hp, which is ...

  • Vasko (1996-1998)

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    Manufacturers
    1990s
    Vasko (1996-1998)

    Vasko Automotive manufacturer of Spain from 1996 to 1998. Replicas Vasko was a Spanish manufacturer of kit car automobiles. History The company from Santa ...

  • Vauxhall 14/6 (1933-1948)

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    Motor Cars
    1930s 1940s
    Vauxhall 14/6 (1933-1948)

    Vauxhall 14/6 car range and history Vehicle details Manufacturer: Vauxhall Production: 1933-1948 Class: Motor car Body and chassis Body styles: Sedan , coupe , roadster, pick-up ...

  • Vauxhall 30/98 OE (1922-1927)

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    Sports Cars
    1920s
    Vauxhall 30/98 OE (1922-1927)

    Vauxhall 30/98 OE Overview Manufacturer Vauxhall Production 1922 to 1927 Body and chassis Class Sports Layout Sports tourer Powertrain Engine 2.5L I-4, 3.0L Six Cylinder ...

  • Vauxhall 7/9-hp (1904-1906)

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    Motor Cars
    1900s
    Vauxhall 7/9-hp (1904-1906)

    Vauxhall 7/9-hp Overview Manufacturer Vauxhall Production 1904 to 1906 Body and chassis Class Open body Powertrain Engine three cylinders, Transmission three-speed gearbox The ...

  • Vauxhall Astra F (1991-2000)

    Motor Cars
    1990s
    Vauxhall Astra F (1991-2000)

    Vauxhall Opel Astra F Also called Chevrolet Astra Holden Astra Opel Optima (Indonesia) Opel Kadett (South Africa) Vauxhall Astra Production 1991–1998 (Opel) Body style 3 and ...

  • Vauxhall Astra G (1998-2009)

    Motor Cars
    1990s 2000s
    Vauxhall Astra G (1998-2009)

    Vauxhall Opel Astra G 1998 to 2005 Overview Also called Chevrolet Astra Chevrolet Viva Holden Astra Vauxhall Astra Opel Astra Classic II Production 1998–2009 (Opel) 1998–2011 ...

  • Vauxhall Astra GTE MK1 (1983-1984)

    Sports Cars
    1980s
    Vauxhall Astra GTE MK1 (1983-1984)

    Vauxhall Astra GTE MK1 Make Vauxhall opel (GM) Produced 1983 to 1984 Body style 3-5 door hatchback Class Sports car Engine in-line four Petrol 1.8-litre Transmission 5-speed ...

  • Vauxhall Astra GTE MK2 (1984-1991)

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    Sports Cars
    1980s 1990s
    Vauxhall Astra GTE MK2 (1984-1991)

    VAUXHALL ASTRA GTE MK2 (1984-1991) VAUXHALL ASTRA GTE Body and chassis Body style 3-door hatchback 5-door hatchback Platform monocoque Powertrain Engine in-line four ...

  • Vauxhall Astra H (2004-2010)

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    2000s
    Vauxhall Astra H (2004-2010)

    Vauxhall Opel Astra H 2004 to 2010 Overview Also called Chevrolet Astra Chevrolet Vectra Holden Astra Opel Astra Classic III (Poland) Opel Astra Family (Russia) Saturn Astra ...

  • Vauxhall Astra J (2009-2015)

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    2000s 2010s
    Vauxhall Astra J (2009-2015)

    Vauxhall Opel Astra J (2009 to 2015) Overview Also called Holden Astra Opel GTC (3dr) Vauxhall GTC Production 2009–present (Opel) Assembly Germany: Rüsselsheim Poland: Gliwice ...

  • Vauxhall Astra K (2015-)

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    2010s
    Vauxhall Astra K (2015-)

    Vauxhall Opel Astra K From 2015 Overview Also called Holden Astra Buick Verano Hatch Production 2015–present (Opel) Assembly Poland: Gliwice United Kingdom: Ellesmere Port Body ...

  • Vauxhall Belmont (1986-1991)

    Motor Cars
    1980s 1990s
    Vauxhall Belmont (1986-1991)

    Vauxhall Belmont Production period: 1986 to 1991 Class: motor car Body versions: Saloon Engines: Gasoline : 1.2-2.0 litres (40-115 kW) Diesel engines: 1.5-1.7 litres (40-60 kW) ...

  • Vauxhall Calibra (1989–1997)

    Sports Cars
    1980s 1990s
    Vauxhall Calibra (1989–1997)

    Vauxhall Opel Calibra 1989 to 1997 Overview Manufacturer Opel Also called Chevrolet Calibra Holden Calibra Vauxhall Calibra Production 1989–1997 239,118 built 4x4: 3,385 V6: ...

  • Vauxhall Carlton Mk II (1986-1994)

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    Luxury Cars
    1980s 1990s
    Vauxhall Carlton Mk II (1986-1994)

    Vauxhall Carlton Mark II Production period: 1986 to 1994 Body versions : Saloon , station wagon Engines: Gasoline : 1.8-3.6 liters (66-277 kW) Diesel : 2.3 liters (52-74 kW) ...

  • Vauxhall Carlton Mk1 (1978-1986)

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    1970s 1980s
    Vauxhall Carlton Mk1 (1978-1986)

    Vauxhall Carlton Mark I Production period: 1978 to 1986 Body versions: Saloon, station wagon Engines: Gasoline: 1.8-2.2 Liters (66-85 kW) Diesel: 2.3 Liters (52-63 kW) Length: ...

  • Vauxhall Chevette (1975-1984)

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    1970s 1980s
    Vauxhall Chevette (1975-1984)

    Vauxhall Chevette (1975-1984) Manufacturer Vauxhall Motors Also called Opel Chevette AYMESA Cóndor (Sedan) AYMESA Gala (Hatchback) Production 1975–1984 Assembly Luton, United ...

  • Vauxhall Chevette HS HSR (1976-1980)

    Sports Cars
    1970s
    Vauxhall Chevette HS HSR (1976-1980)

    Vauxhall Chevette HS and HSR Manufacturer Vauxhall Motors Production 1976 to 1980 Assembly United Kingdom Class Sports car Body style 3-door hatchback Engine 4-cylinder 2279cc. ...

  • Vauxhall Corsa B (1993-2000)

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    1990s
    Vauxhall Corsa B (1993-2000)

    Vauxhall Corsa B (1993 to 2000) Overview Also called Buick Sail Chevrolet Classic Chevrolet Corsa Holden Barina Opel Vita Vauxhall Corsa Designer Hideo Kodoma Body and chassis ...

  • Vauxhall Cresta PA (1957-1962)

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    1950s 1960s
    Vauxhall Cresta PA (1957-1962)

    Vauxhall Cresta PA Production period: 1957 to 1962 Class: Motor car Body versions: Saloon, estate Engines: Gasoline: 2.3-2.65 litres Power: 60.7-69.5 kW Length: 4505-4515 mm ...

  • Vauxhall Cresta PB (1962-1965)

    Motor Cars
    1960s
    Vauxhall Cresta PB (1962-1965)

    Vauxhall Cresta PB Production period: 1962 to 1965 Class motor car Body versions : saloon , station wagon Engines: Gasoline : 2.65-3.3 liters (69.5-85 kW) Length: 4616 mm Width: ...

  • Vauxhall Cresta PC (1965-1972)

    Motor Cars
    1960s 1970s
    Vauxhall Cresta PC (1965-1972)

    Vauxhall Cresta PC Production 1965 to 1972 Built 53,912 Body style 4-door saloon 5-door estate car Engine 3,294 cc ohv I6 Transmission 3 or 4-speed manual 2 or 3-speed automatic ...

  • Vauxhall ECU upgrades

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    Technical Guides
    Vauxhall ECU upgrades

    ECU Remapping for Vauxhall Guide to possible BHP and Torgue improvement, on Vauxhall cars with ECU remapping or upgrade. Model Variant Original BHP SRS II Tuning Performance ...

  • Vauxhall Firenza (1970-1975)

    Sports Cars
    1970s
    Vauxhall Firenza (1970-1975)

    Vauxhall Firenza Production period: 1970 to 1975 Class Sports car Body versions : coupe Engines: 1159-2300 cc Length: 4,135 mm Width: 1,644 mm Height: 1,341 mm Wheelbase : 2,464 ...

  • Vauxhall Magnum (1973-1978)

    Sports Cars
    1970s
    Vauxhall Magnum (1973-1978)

    Vauxhall Magnum Production period: 1973 to 1978 Class: Sports car Body versions: Saloon, station wagon, coupe Engines: Gasoline: 1.8-2.3 litres(56.5-81 kW) Length: 4140-4305 mm ...

  • Vauxhall Nova Opel Corsa A (1982-1993)

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    Motor Cars
    1980s 1990s
    Vauxhall Nova Opel Corsa A (1982-1993)

    Vauxhall Nova and Opel Corsa A Make: Opel Vauxhall (General Motors) Production period: 1982 to 1993 Class : small car Body versions : Hatchback ,sedan Engines: Gasoline: 1.0-1.6 ...

  • Vauxhall Opel Frontera 1st gen (1991-1998)

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    Motor Cars
    1990s
    Vauxhall Opel Frontera 1st gen (1991-1998)

    Opel Vauxhall Frontera A 1st generation Production period: 1991-1998 Body versions : Combi , Cabriolet Engines: Gasoline engines : 2.0-2.4 liters (85-100 kW) Diesel engines : ...

  • Vauxhall Opel Grandland X (2017-)

    Motor Cars
    2010s
    Vauxhall Opel Grandland X (2017-)

    Vauxhall Opel Grandland X Production period: since 2017 Class : Motor car Body versions : SUV station wagon Engines: Gasoline : 1.2-1.6 liters (96-133 kW) Diesel : 1.5-2.0 ...

  • Vauxhall Opel Insignia A (2008-2017)

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    2000s 2010s
    Vauxhall Opel Insignia A (2008-2017)

    Vauxhall Opel Insignia A Production period: 2008-2017 Class : motor car Body versions : Sedan , hatchback ,station wagon Engines: Gasoline : 1.4-2.8 liters (85-239 kW) Diesel ...

  • Vauxhall Opel Mokka 1st gen (2012-2019)

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    Motor Cars
    2010s
    Vauxhall Opel Mokka 1st gen (2012-2019)

    Vauxhall Opel Mokka First generation Production period: 2012 to 2019 Class : Motor car Body versions : SUV Engines: Petrol:1.4–1.6 liters (85–112 kW) Diesel:1.6–1.7 liters ...

  • Vauxhall Opel Monterey (1992-1999)

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    Off-Road
    1990s
    Vauxhall Opel Monterey (1992-1999)

    Vauxhall,Holden,Opel Monterey 4X4 range Vehicle technical details Manufacturer: Opel,Vauxhall,Holden Production: 1992 to 1999 Class: off road Body and chassis Body styles: SUV ...

  • Vauxhall Opel Nova SR GSI (1982-1993)

    Sports Cars
    1980s 1990s
    Vauxhall Opel Nova SR GSI (1982-1993)

    Vauxhall Nova and Opel Corsa A SR, SRI, GT, GSI Make: Opel Vauxhall (General Motors) Production period: 1982 to 1993 Class : small car Body versions : Hatchback ,sedan Engines: ...

  • Vauxhall Prince Henry (1911-1914)

    Sports Cars
    1910s
    Vauxhall Prince Henry (1911-1914)

    Vauxhall Prince Henry Overview Manufacturer Vauxhall Production 1911-1914 Body and chassis Class Sports Powertrain Engine 3969 cc Transmission Four-speed manual VAUXHALL PRINCE ...

  • Vauxhall Royale (1978-1983)

    Luxury Cars
    1970s 1980s
    Vauxhall Royale (1978-1983)

    Vauxhall Royale Production period: 1978 to 1983 Body versions: Saloon, Coupe Engines: Gasoline: 2.8-3.0 litres Length: 192 in, 488 cm,Coupe 187.30 in. 476 cm Width: 68 in, 173 cm ...

  • Vauxhall Senator B (1987-1993)

    Luxury Cars
    1980s 1990s
    Vauxhall Senator B (1987-1993)

    Vauxhall Opel Senator B 2nd generation Production period: 1987 to 1993 Class Luxury car Body versions : Saloon Engines: Gasoline : 2.5-4.0 liters (103-200 kW) Length: 4845 mm ...

  • Vauxhall SRV concept (1970)

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    Concept & Prototype
    1970s
    Vauxhall SRV concept (1970)

    Vauxhall SRV concept car 1970 Year: 1970 Type: Concept car Class : sports car Body design : Coupe Engine: Petrol 2.3 liters The Vauxhall SRV (Styling Research Vehicles) was a ...

  • Vauxhall Ten (1937-1947)

    Motor Cars
    1930s 1940s
    Vauxhall Ten (1937-1947)

    Vauxhall Ten 10-Four Manufacturer Vauxhall Production 1937–1940 and 1946–1947 Class Motor Car Layout Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive Engine 1203 cc ohv I4 34.5 bhp (1937–1940) ...

  • Vauxhall Velox EIP (1951-1957)

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    Motor Cars
    1950s
    Vauxhall Velox EIP (1951-1957)

    Vauxhall Velox Model EIP / EIPV car history Vehicle details Manufacturer: Vauxhall Production: 1951-1957 Class: Motor car Body and chassis Body styles: Saloon,estate,van Doors: ...

  • Vauxhall Velox LIP (1948-1951)

    Motor Cars
    1940s 1950s
    Vauxhall Velox LIP (1948-1951)

    Vauxhall Velox LIP Production period: 1948 to 1951 Class Motor car Body versions: Touring car, Saloon Engines: Petrol: 2.3 litres Length: 4178 mm Width: 1575 mm Height: 1600 mm ...

  • Vauxhall Velox PB (1963-1965)

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    Motor Cars
    1960s
    Vauxhall Velox PB (1963-1965)

    Vauxhall Velox Model PB Production period: 1963-1965 Body versions : Saloon, station wagon Engines: Gasoline : 2.65-3.3 liters (70.5-86 kW) Length: 4623 mm Width: 1791 mm ...

  • Vauxhall Ventora FD (1968-1972)

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    Luxury Cars
    1960s 1970s
    Vauxhall Ventora FD (1968-1972)

    Vauxhall Ventora FD Class Luxury Car Production 1968 to 1972 Body style 4-door saloon Engine 3.3 L ohv I6 Transmission 4-speed manual (floor) G M Powerglide 3-speed auto ...

  • Vauxhall Ventora FE (1972-1978)

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    Motor Cars
    1970s
    Vauxhall Ventora FE (1972-1978)

    Vauxhall Ventora FE Series Body style 4-door saloon 5-door estate car Related Opel Rekord Hindustan Contessa Engine 1759 cc OHC I4 2279 cc OHC I4 2793 cc OHV I6 3294 cc OHV I6 ...

  • Vauxhall Victor F Series (1957-1961)

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    Motor Cars
    1950s 1960s
    Vauxhall Victor F Series (1957-1961)

    Vauxhall Victor F Series 1957-1961 Overview Also called Envoy Production 1957-1961 390,745 produced. Body and chassis Body style 4-door saloon 5-door estate car Powertrain Engine ...

  • Vauxhall Victor FB (1961-1964)

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    Motor Cars
    1960s
    Vauxhall Victor FB (1961-1964)

    Vauxhall Victor FB Series 1961-1964 Overview Also called Envoy Production 1961-1964 328,640 produced. Body and chassis Body style 4-door saloon 5-door estate car Powertrain ...