Vauxhall Calibra 1990-
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Lots of toys for your money £7500, four years ago.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Cheap running, except for Vauxhall dealer only parts.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Excellent, for long motorway miles.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Could do with 170 bhp as standard.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Except for ECU.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Only let down by owners leaving them tatty.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Except for soft springs.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Very poor, Thatcham Category One and Two a must.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Tech test should be free.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    IAT valve £250, electric coil pack £150, alternator(s) £350.

    Other

    Speed humps, two Cat(s), one back box, one manifold (expensive)!

    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