Vauxhall Calibra 1990-
  • Economy

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Spares fairly reasonable.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Front windscreen pillars obstruct visibility. Difficult to judge rear distance when parking.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Good acceleration and smooth cruising but too easy to spin front wheels on acceleration round corners. Handling skittish on hard acceleration (weight distribution problem?)

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Problem with fuel pressure regulator meant engine would stall. Sorted with new regulator fitted.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Gutsy? Some elements of styling still in use on modern cars.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    No problems.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    No problems.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Faulty fuel pressure regulator. Oil leaks.

    Other

    Some electrical problems.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    No