Vauxhall Carlton Saloon 1986-
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good value for the condition of this one.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Reliable back street garage makes servicing cheaper.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Handles well for a big car.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    I get about 24.5 mpg in town and 30+ on motorways, more than enough speed for the autobahns.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    never lets me down

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    still looks a good car to me, not for boy racers though which means they won't nick it

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very comfortable for 4 large adults, get most of my drum kit in the boot.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very good.

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    private garage.... never use franchise garages

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Very quiet and smooth running.

    Other

    Fuel pipes a bit suspect for some reason, had same with my 2.0 cdx.

    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