Vauxhall Calibra 2.5i V6 3d (LT) (2001/X) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
£7.5K for a £23.K car is not bad in only 4 years.
Costs
It is a 2.5 litre, so petrol is drunk, especially around town.
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On the road
Driving
Fun and easy to drive, despite high speed jinks capability.
Performance
As stated before, gearing too long. Get a 6-speed conversion. 0-62 in 7.1s is pretty good for 170BHP.
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Living with it
Reliability
My experience in 9 months; new alternator, central locking processor, n/s elec window knackere and original stereo eats cds!
Image
Definitely gets looks (especially with mods). Still holds it own amongst newer (heavier) Coupes.
Comfort
Front seats are fantastic. Rear seats cannot get a 6-footer in and sit upright, but more room than most.
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Security and Service
Security
Dunno. About standard. Contacted Clifford as soon as I decided to by it (too many scumbags about).
Service
Only thing I bought from Vauxhall was paint, becuase it costs £13.00 from Halford's for 400ml.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Alternator went.
Other
N/S electric window knackered. Standard CD player.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes