Vauxhall Cavalier Hatchback 1.7 LS TD 5d (1994/M) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
A nice car with lots of extras for the money. Usually high mileage, but this is a diesel car so the only things to go wrong (typically) will be non engine items (such as supension/exhaust).
Costs
Relatively cheap to run if lots of miles are driven each year (but still get 42mpg round town).
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On the road
Driving
Handles well (in dry!), due to heavier engine (typically 200 kg) and better tyres than standard 1600 Cavaliers. Corners well, with ABS there to pick you up.
Performance
It's a diesel, but nice in second gear when moving. Engine revs well.
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Living with it
Reliability
20,000 miles without too many problems. Look out for cars with previous owners who don't look after their cars!
Image
Still looks good when polished - why did they stop making them?
Comfort
Good comfy seats with nice interior. Shame it's all black - it's a nightmare in the Summer without air conditioning.
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Security and Service
Security
Standard alarm (pretty useless as exposed underneath bonnet), and standard deadlocks.
Service
Helpful advice from any main dealer, parts can be found almost anywhere due to abundance of cars.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Diesel - 150,000 miles and still runs fine.
Other
Good car, cheap on insurance (group 8).
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