Other Vauxhall Cavalier (1981 - 1989) models:

  • Summary

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What does this car say about you?

    love old things

    What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes..but a clean one is hard to find and the prices are now higher than the mk 3 cavaliers.

    What are you likely to buy next?

  • Buying experience

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Didn't buy from a dealer

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £250

    When did you buy the car?

    August 2002

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    My third mk 2 Cavalier, have worked extensivly on these engines and are the easiest and cheapest to rebuild if required....timing belt less than £20.00 and can be fitted by the owner in less than an hour.

    What was the dealer like?

  • Driving it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What's it like to drive?

    feels dated compared to the newer cars and is not as big as the newer cavaliers inside but very comfy seats and an excellent 8 valve engine with plenty of torque.

    What's it like to park?

    Average..highish rear end

  • Living with it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Nothing in the three years i had it.

    What's most practical about your car?

    No fancy gimmicks or gadgets which are good while they work but expensive when not.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    None..good power steering and electric windows all round.