Vauxhall Carlton Estate 2.0i GL 5d (1988/E) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Lot of car for current prices.
Costs
Reasonable spares from independant suppliers.
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On the road
Driving
Easy to drive. Good steering lock and visibility.
Performance
Won't win any prizes at Santa Pod, but adequate.
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Living with it
Reliability
Gearbox synchro wear. Oily engine. Mine's done 218k though.
Image
Who cares?
Comfort
Fine... until the driver's seat frame broke (wife's fault).
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Security and Service
Security
Deadlocks only.
Service
Haven't dealt with main dealer much.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Bulletproof - usual service every 6k.
Other
Throw Bosche plug leads away. Fit Champion without metal covers.
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