Highlights

One registered keeper from new
Garaged for the vast majority of its life
Used as show and weekend car and showing only 27,800 miles
Large history file with 15 service stamps
Cambelt changed at 23,377 miles and last serviced August 2026
Sympathetically modified and remapped to 235bhp
90% of original factory parts included in the sale
Current MOT to August 2027 with no advisories

The Appeal

Where its rivals made do with natural aspiration, the Corsa VXR’s turbo punch provided excellent in-gear acceleration and almost unrivalled straight line speed. That it looked good too certainly helps.

With most VXRs having led a hard life, mainly because they are such fun to drive, this 2007 car is the definite exception. It is a one-keeper, low-mileage car that has clearly been cherished by its motor engineer owner. The service book shows 15 stamps, most recently in August 2026, with scheduled gearbox servicing and cambelt changes. The gearbox has also been rebuilt. The MOT history supports the sense of a cherished car too, showing just two advisories since the first test in 2010. The current test runs to August 2027 with no advisories.

The car’s low mileage and careful keeper mean that it presents very well in the photos. It is largely standard, save for some cosmetic upgrades listed below, plus upgraded brakes and suspension. It also has a quality remap that increases power from the standard 190bhp to 235bhp. The vendor says most of the original parts remain, so the buyer can easily return it to stock.

We know these pocket rockets are hugely popular. This is amongst the nicest available.

The vendor says

“This is my pride and joy. The car drives perfectly. Nice exhaust note. The best part was attending car shows and having so many compliments on how clean the vehicle was and how well it has been looked after.”

Key Information

Mileage: 27,800 miles indicated (all MOT certificates to support the reading)
Country of registration: United Kingdom
MOT status: valid until 13th August 2027 with no advisories
Technical specs: 235bhp 1,598cc turbocharged inline four-cylinder petrol, six-speed manual
Paperwork: Original purchase receipt, all MOT certificates, tax renewal paperwork, modification documentation, stamped service book in original Vauxhall folder, and two keys

Service history:

08/26 - 27,769 miles - M L Boden Motor Engineer
04/24 - 27,051 miles - M L Boden
01/23 - 25,763 miles - M L Boden
03/21 - 25,042 miles - M L Boden
07/19 - 24,621 miles - M L Boden
06/18 - 24,118 miles - M L Boden
06/17 - 23,377 miles - M L Boden (plus timing belt)
05/16 - 22,322 miles - M L Boden
06/15 - 20,600 miles - M L Boden
04/13 - 18,537 miles - M L Boden (date may be incorrect on service book)
04/13 - 15,840 miles - M L Boden
02/12 - 12,383 miles - M L Boden
10/10 - 9,743 miles - Evans Halshaw
10/09 - 7,160 miles - Evans Halshaw
09/08 - 3,062 miles - T Wall Vauxhall

The Detail

Last serviced on 14th August 2026 by vendor, a motor engineer
First three years serviced at Vauxhall
Subsequent servicing carried out by the vendor, a qualified HGV mechanic
Vendor describes the bodywork as being in very clean condition
We are told of a few stone chips on the bonnet
Red paintwork reported to retain its colour and high gloss finish
Vendor states all seals and door shuts are clean
Seats are described as being in very clean condition
Vendor states that car has been smoke-free and pet-free from new
Original floor mats reported to be in very good condition
Various upgrades detailed below
Most original parts included in sale as shown in photos
Vendor reports the car drives well with a pleasing exhaust note
Unused tyre pump and repair kit in the boot
No advisories on MOT

Exterior modifications:

18" Team Dynamics Pro Race 1.2 alloy wheels
Eibach Pro lowering springs
K-Sport 330mm 8-pot front brakes (Yellowstuff pads)
EBC Turbo Groove rear discs (Yellowstuff pads)
Dot 5.1 brake fluid
Nürburgring Edition front splitter
Opel black fog light surrounds
Tinted side repeaters
Insignia washer jets.

Mechanical modifications:

Engine remap running what vendor describes as a safe, reliable 235bhp
Cobra sports cat
Remus 3rd piece and Remus twin-pipe back box
Airtec intercooler
Forge recirculation valve
RSS Venturi cold intake filter
Intake silicone hose
395cc Bosch injectors
Quaife Limited Slip Differential (LSD)
Complete gearbox rebuild
Mtech short shifter

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