Vauxhall Carlton Saloon 2.0i GL 4d (1988/E) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
A lot of qualitiy car for the money.
Costs
Cheap servicing at independant garages. Cheap parts readily available at breakers.
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On the road
Driving
Very good handling and road holding for such a big car.
Performance
Plenty of power when you need it. Feels like 2.5 litre engine. Drives effortlessly.
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Living with it
Reliability
Very reliable, even if service intervals stretched. Water levels in radiator needed to be monitored during warm seasons.
Image
Big, solid car commands respect on the road. Metalic silver quite a good looker enhanced by nice wheel caps.
Comfort
Very comfortable, including long distances. Plenty of space all around, including headroom (I'm 6' 2")
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Security and Service
Security
Central locking never let me down. Improved by fitted alarm/immobiliser.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Prone to overheating in very hot weather, despite replacement of radiator and expansion tank.
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