Vauxhall Calibra 1990-
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    2nd hand paid £2,900 in March 2005.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Costs a bit on fuel, probably my right foot!

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Totally exhilarating, top speed of 153mph checked by GPS - that's in standard form.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Well, it will beat nearly anything, and with 4x4 it grips the road comfortably.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Never let me down, serviced regularly, highest cost was £300 for a head gasket it didn't really need, I just wanted it to be sure...

    Image

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Still looks the part, sleek and sexy.

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    I'm 6ft, plenty of room in the front and in the back, heated leather seats also.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Best to get a Cat 1 alarm and immobiliser and a tracker to be safe.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Drivers seat tends to wear, but mine's OK.

    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