Vauxhall Cavalier Hatchback 1988-
  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Very cheap motoring.

    Costs

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Parts are readily available - loads in scrapyard.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Ok, but not very good on cornering.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    At home in a straight line on the motorway, but ok for town driving.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Has never failed to start and has never broken down.

    Image

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Old fashined now, but if you're not image conscious or want to keep costs to a minimum, this is the car for you.

    Comfort

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Seats could be better padded; uncomfortable on long journeys.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Poor - car is now showing its age.

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    No comments on service - all done by myself.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    High mileage of 225k, but no problems so far - easily passed MOT emission tests and only uses a small amount of oil.

    Other

    Watch out for rust on rear of sills - this is an MOT failure as close to rear seat belt mounting points.

    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