Vauxhall Carlton Saloon 1986-
  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Has to be the cheapest 150mph car around.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Very thirsty round town, OK on motorways.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good grip in dry, but it is a large heavy car. Narrow twisty roads are hard work.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Excellent fun.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Engine solid .electrics do play up tho ,cruise control very tempramental

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Well, its not a BMW.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very comfortable apart from the headrests which are not very supportive.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Came with Vauxhall's own alarm, which isn't very good.

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Getting parts from Vauxhall is a joke. I'm still waiting (6months) for a central locking motor.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Central locking, cruise control and coolant fan.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes