Vauxhall Calibra 2.0i 16V Turbo 4x4 3d (92) (1994/M) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
A good all rounder; speed, comfort and looks.
Costs
Parts are cheap and plentiful, bar transfer boxes.
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On the road
Driving
More involved than you'd think. Especially on fast B roads.
Performance
Above 4,000 revs, is as quick as almost any other car for the money.
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Living with it
Reliability
Turbo 4x4 versions have to be looked after, or you pay for it.
Image
Still as good looking as it was 14 years ago. A classic, maybe?
Comfort
Heated leather, air con and full electrics including sunroof. What more do you want?
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Security and Service
Security
No problems so far, touch wood!
Service
Vauxhall seem to be improving a lot. About time though.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
New engine due to split gudgeon pin.
Other
New 4x4 transfer box (too common a fault on this model).
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