Vauxhall Carlton Saloon 2.6i Diplomat Cat 4d Auto (1994/L) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Good value for the condition of this one.
Costs
Reliable back street garage makes servicing cheaper.
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On the road
Driving
Handles well for a big car.
Performance
I get about 24.5 mpg in town and 30+ on motorways, more than enough speed for the autobahns.
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Living with it
Reliability
never lets me down
Image
still looks a good car to me, not for boy racers though which means they won't nick it
Comfort
Very comfortable for 4 large adults, get most of my drum kit in the boot.
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Security and Service
Security
Very good.
Service
private garage.... never use franchise garages
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Very quiet and smooth running.
Other
Fuel pipes a bit suspect for some reason, had same with my 2.0 cdx.
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