Vauxhall Carlton Saloon 1986-
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Prices do vary depends on where you look, but a good one will last you years.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Like most 2 litres, better on long distances.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Big roomy comfy car, looks good too.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Not bad for a such a big car.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Had two of these, common things to fail are cruise control, and air con.

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    3 out of 5 3.0

    My granddad had one of those, from the outside, inside all electrics, heated seats, electric sunroof, windows, cruise, air con, trip computer, on a 1993 model.

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Diplomat has heated seats, hard wearing leathers.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Why would anyone want to nick a Carlton.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Oil leak easy fix, water pump common.

    Other

    Replaced exhaust, my choice not because of any fault.

    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