Vauxhall Cavalier Hatchback 1988-
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Leather, electrics, ABS, heated seats, traction control, 3 owners, for £1500 - bargain.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Cheap to maintain. Service history a must on V6s.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Not an SRi, designed for motorway cruising. Comfortable.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Wolf in sheep's clothing, sports mode will hit 120mph in 3rd.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Engine bulletproof, American electronic gearbox.

    Image

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Looks like 1.6GL; only V6 badge on the boot and leather trim give the game away.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Air con helps in summer cruisin, heated seats ideal in winter.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Deadlocks, immobiliser, Vauxhall security very good for its time.

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Vauxhall very helpful. Servicing good.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    None. Make sure cambelt is changed every 35,000 miles.

    Other

    Petrol vent valve needed replacing - £26.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes