Vauxhall Carlton Saloon 3.0 GSi 3000 24V 4d Auto (1992/J) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Solid, fast and sporty for very little money.
Costs
As cheap to run as a rep-mobile.
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On the road
Driving
Excellent if you are not a front wheel drive woosie and have experience of rear wheel drive motoring.
Performance
Will still hold its own against modern vehicles and will certainly outrun them on top speed.
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Living with it
Reliability
Engine is bulletproof and thrives on being worked hard. Mechanicals are sound and electrics are reliable.
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Anonymous to most who do not know what Vauxhall's GSi badging means on a Carlton.
Comfort
Travel as far as you wish and still feel comfortable when you arrive.
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Security and Service
Security
Could be better, but deadlocks make it more secure than most contemporary models.
Service
Local dealership loves the car as much as I do.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
New cruise-control linkage (£22.00 fitted) and leaky air con plumbing.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
No