Vauxhall Nova Hatchback 1983-
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Overall, good value for money.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    MPG OK for age of car. Parts cheap and plentiful.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Light, responsive handling. Really good fun.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Good instant acceleration. Average on motorways.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Head Gasket went 2 years ago, but starts every time since then.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Looking a bit dated now.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Great front seats hold you in place. Not much room in the back though.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Factory fitted immobiliser. Always used a Crooklock and never had any problems.

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Never needed to speak to them.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Cylinder head gasket blew, but nothing since then.

    Other

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes