06-07 Holden Viva?!

Mr Brooksy · 12-01-2010, 11:52 AM

A work colleague of mine has seen a 2006 (not sure of exact build date) with almost 0km's, with no previous owner. She loves the look of it, and its a "pretty colour" hence she has asked me what its actually like, and what are the known issues.

My only knowledge of it is its a Daewoo, and its the up-spec'd Barina. And the only review I found on it said it was completely average!

Can anyone give me a "what's good" and "what's not" about that model please, and any other helpful info including known issues?

Much appreciated!

Mr Brooksy

burnz · 12-01-2010, 12:05 PM

https://www.mynrma.com.au/cps/rde/xc...iva_1000km.htm

aquahead2001 · 12-01-2010, 01:24 PM

2 friends have bought them and both regret the purchase. One has traded theirs in at 12 months on a Holden Cruze. Fuel Economy is poor and build quality is terrible is what both said of their Vivas.

Mr Brooksy · 12-01-2010, 02:20 PM

Thanks for the info so far!

As far as I can see, they were average at best in 2006!

XXXR · 12-01-2010, 03:04 PM

It's pure-daewoo crap; they've got like a 2-3 star safety rating from memory. At least the Captiva and Cruze had Australian design and engineering input. Tell'a to spend a bit extra and just get something decent like a 2005-08 Fiesta.

Fiesta God · 12-01-2010, 03:14 PM

The Camira of the 00's

XR6_190 · 12-01-2010, 07:30 PM

Very poor, Definitely avoid, one of the worst cars to ever wear a Holden badge. She would be better off in a mid-nineties Corolla. From what iv'e heard from people I know that have had the displeasure to drive them, they are thirsty, poorly built and not all that comfy on a trip. The ride is meant to be pretty poor too. Add to that the poor crash safety, I would steer clear.

RIPGMH2009 · 12-01-2010, 07:56 PM

good enough as a cheap run about for the young ladys but dont expect a great deal more then that from it average car at a low price you get what you pay for very little engine is weak poor really transmission is slow sluggish and confused suspension is softer then a backmarkers wallet hahahahaha

smoo · 12-01-2010, 07:58 PM

I had a part time school job at Holden as a groomer when these came out in 05, and the out going Astra 'Classic' it replaced was years ahead in every way, even though they were launched in 1998. I think these Vivas are a face lifted Daewoo Lanos from the 1990s, well they have a strong resemblance anyway, bloody horrible things.

Mr Brooksy · 12-01-2010, 11:18 PM

Thanks for all that guys, your thoughts line up with what I have read too!

bigdude1011 · 12-01-2010, 11:35 PM

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Originally Posted by smoo

I think these Vivas are a face lifted Daewoo Lanos from the 1990s, well they have a strong resemblance anyway.

It was actually a rebadged Daewoo Lacetti/Nubira (it was sold here as a Daewoo along with the original Kalos before they pulled out of our market). It was still a piece of junk

Swordsman88 · 13-01-2010, 12:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Mr Brooksy

Thanks for all that guys, your thoughts line up with what I have read too!

Yep, plenty of evidence out there. The viva is a dog. Try an LR focus....even one a bit older (they were sold here since 2002-2005) is still a much much better car. Way safer, much better build/drive etc. And girls seem to love em...my sister just bought one and she says its a 'cute' looking car.....supposedly LOL!

pauljh74 · 13-01-2010, 12:47 AM

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Originally Posted by aquahead2001

2 friends have bought them and both regret the purchase. One has traded theirs in at 12 months on a Holden Cruze. Fuel Economy is poor and build quality is terrible is what both said of their Vivas.

So one traded a Daewoo/Holden in for another Daewoo/Holden? I would have thought they'd learnt their lesson already. What will they buy in another year or 2 when they realise the Cruze isn't too good either?

Smoke Pursuit · 13-01-2010, 09:36 AM

Theres a reason why theres still a 2006 plate car with no kms on it.. They arent a good car...

Chilla · 13-01-2010, 11:19 AM

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Originally Posted by bigdude1011

It was actually a rebadged Daewoo Lacetti/Nubira (it was sold here as a Daewoo along with the original Kalos before they pulled out of our market). It was still a piece of junk

I bought a Lacetti 'Limited Edition' in 2004. It has all the tricks, leather, front & side airbags, alloys x 5, 6 stacker CD, ZF auto G/box, climate control air, cooler in the glovebox, plus lots of other niceties. The car has never put a foot wrong.
One claim under warranty...to bleed the brakes. How many other brands can say that? I'd buy another one in a heartbeat.

**TUF_302** · 13-01-2010, 07:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Chilla

I bought a Lacetti 'Limited Edition' in 2004. It has all the tricks, leather, front & side airbags, alloys x 5, 6 stacker CD, ZF auto G/box, climate control air, cooler in the glovebox, plus lots of other niceties. The car has never put a foot wrong.
One claim under warranty...to bleed the brakes. How many other brands can say that? I'd buy another one in a heartbeat.

These cars are kinda back to front compared to better cars, they make lots of bad ones, but the odd good one made it out , instead of the odd lemon with other brands lol!