Vauxhall Carlton Saloon 1986-
  • On the road

    Driving

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Handles well, but this 2-litre model plods along.

    Performance

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Don't buy if you want performance.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Lots to go wrong, with nightmare electrics!

    Image

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Pipe and slippers!

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good seats.

  • Security and Service

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Typical apathetic dealership. Go to your mate round the corner.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Rocker cover gasket; discs and pads front and rear; new handbrake calipers.

    Other

    Vauxhall unable to fix cruise control. Air con and heater fan failed - a nightmare to fix.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    No