Images: Holden JS.I Vectra (1998-99)
Released in August 1998, the Holden JS Series I (JS.I) Vectra was available as a mid-size sedan, wagon or liftback. Within the front-wheel drive JS.I Vectra range, the sedan and wagon were manufactured at Holden’s Elizabeth plant in South Australia, while the liftback remained imported from Belgium… Read full Holden JS Vectra review
Images: Holden JS.II Vectra (1999-03)
Released in August 1999, the Holden JS Series II (JS.II) Vectra introduced mechanical and cosmetic updates. The 2.2-litre petrol engines were revised for greater low-range torque and were combined with new five-speed Getrag manual transmissions. For the Australian built sedans and wagons, further changes included retuned suspension, a new hydraulic control valve for the power steering for better on-centre feel, and road noise was reduced with new bushings in the rear lower control arms and newly developed tyres. The Holden JS.II Vectra could be identified by its jewelled-finish halogen headlights, body-coloured bumpers, chrome grille surrounds, new door sills and larger door mirrors. Inside, there were new grey patterned trims, greater rear seat legroom due to sculpted front seat backrests and a new roof console behind the reading lights
