Vauxhall Calibra 1990-
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    A good all rounder; speed, comfort and looks.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Parts are cheap and plentiful, bar transfer boxes.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    More involved than you'd think. Especially on fast B roads.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Above 4,000 revs, is as quick as almost any other car for the money.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Turbo 4x4 versions have to be looked after, or you pay for it.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Still as good looking as it was 14 years ago. A classic, maybe?

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Heated leather, air con and full electrics including sunroof. What more do you want?

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    No problems so far, touch wood!

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Vauxhall seem to be improving a lot. About time though.

  • 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