Vauxhall Cavalier Hatchback 2.0i GL Cat 5d (1993/K) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
No longer worth the sum of its parts, but if you want a reliable motorway mile muncher it doesn't get much better.
Costs
Surprisingly fuel efficient. Servicing can be cheap if nothing much is wrong, but Vauxhall really takes the P**s with the cost of parts, espeially the brakes! Two sets in 3 years costing almost £500 a time!
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On the road
Driving
Predictable, but fun on B-roads. Put some V rated low profile tyres on and understeer disappears.
Performance
If you can avoid wheelspin, it's quick away from the lights. Once you get over 3000rpm, few cars in the same class can touch it.
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Living with it
Reliability
Never broken down yet, starts first time every time.
Image
If it's the right colour with a nice set of alloys, it still stands out in the carpark.
Comfort
Front seats are the best you can get for long journeys, especially with lumbar support. If you're over 6 foot, don't bother getting in the back, walk instead.
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Security and Service
Security
Not bad concidering it's only got deadlocks.
Service
Vauxhall couldn't care less! Twice I've caught them out for not even bothering to change the oil! They will rip you off every chance they get! Don't use main dealers.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Still going strong.
Other
As it gets older, it can get quite expensive to keep on the road.
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