Vauxhall Carlton Saloon 1986-
  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Good specification and now very affordable.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Reasonable mpg and plenty of pattern or used parts now available.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Vastly superior to drive than a Granada or Rover 820. Excellent long distance cruiser.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    No fireball, but provides adequate performance.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Capable of extremely high mileages will few problems - my car has covered 209k miles. The 8v engines are more reliable and less complicated than the later 16vs.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Beginning to show its age, but again superior to Granada and Rover 820.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Excellent seat adjustment options for both drivers and passengers. Roomy cabin.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    2 out of 5 2.0

    A determined villian would have no problem in getting into the vehicle.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    I undertake my own servicing and repairs. Manufacturers spares have always been easy to obtain.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Replaced rear diff.

    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