Vauxhall Carlton Saloon 1986-
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Where else can you get 0-60 in 7 secs and 150mph for £500?!

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Nothing's been expensive so far, except gas, but hey, it's a 3.0 litre.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Super smooth inter-stellar super cruiser. Just pray that it's dry if you have to turn the wheel.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Ludicrously fast for a super tanker, but I think mine's had some mods done to it before I got it.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Nothing's gone wrong so far that wasn't wrong before. Remeber, it's 13 years old with 160k miles on it.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Other half thinks it looks 'neddy' because it's lowered, with big wheels and a big SS exhaust. I don't care. Most people just see the tail lights!

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    The most supportive armchair I've ever sat in.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Not great as standard. Get a new alarm.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Cabin heater fan blew its stepper resistor. Expensive and a nightmare to replace.

    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