Vauxhall Cavalier Saloon 1988-
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    A lot of good looking car, for not a lot of kite!

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Putting your foot down a lot don't come cheap. Most parts are cheap and easy to find, apart from the first branch pipe of the exhaust system.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Quiet motor to drive. Body roll when taking corners. A small price to pay for comfort and performance.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Mine is pretty much standard, apart from s/steel box and K&N air filter. Still hosses past most 16v mincers.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    She has never let me down yet. Only needed CV gaiter and a couple of bushes on last MOT.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Nice car to look at. Could do with lowering, but looks good standard. Still a Vauxhall though.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Got electric everything and quality recaro seats. I think air-con and leather would put the icing on the cake.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Standard Vauxhall alarm and Cat 2 immobiliser. Drivers door lock has been changed, so someone must have attempted to nick it, but I don't think they were successful as HPI is clear.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    A bit tappy for a few minutes until warm.

    Other

    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