Vauxhall Carlton Saloon 2.0i Diplomat Cat 4d (1993/K) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Prices do vary depends on where you look, but a good one will last you years.
Costs
Like most 2 litres, better on long distances.
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On the road
Driving
Big roomy comfy car, looks good too.
Performance
Not bad for a such a big car.
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Living with it
Reliability
Had two of these, common things to fail are cruise control, and air con.
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My granddad had one of those, from the outside, inside all electrics, heated seats, electric sunroof, windows, cruise, air con, trip computer, on a 1993 model.
Comfort
Diplomat has heated seats, hard wearing leathers.
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Security and Service
Security
Why would anyone want to nick a Carlton.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Oil leak easy fix, water pump common.
Other
Replaced exhaust, my choice not because of any fault.
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