Vauxhall Cavalier Hatchback 1988-
  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Full service history, plus a years mot and tax, for £1300.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Parts can be pricey from vauxhaul. Buy elsewhere.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Not bad around corners. Wallows a bit, but with good tyres, grips good.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good. 136bhp, 0-60 in 8.1. Pretty quick.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Has not broken down yet. Just a few niggles, but have sorted them easy.

    Image

    2 out of 5 2.0

    It's a Cavalier. Never going to set the world on fire.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Good. I have got lunbar support as well.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Not been nicked yet. Got a built in alarm and immobiliser.

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Ok.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Few cold start niggles, but just a bit of dirt.

    Other

    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