Vauxhall Cavalier Hatchback 1988-
  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Excellent rare top range model. More extras than most new vehicles.

    Costs

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Excellent. Cheap on service and spares.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Handles perfectly under all conditions. Ease and comfort.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Superb on open road/motorway.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Apart from minor overheat problem solved by new thermostat and exp. tank cap, no problems in last two years.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Although dated style, this ones still a looker, helped by being finished in black metallic paint.

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Cannot fault gives total comfort, with leather upholstery, on both short and motorway journeys.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Excellent deadlocks and factory immobiliser gives peace of mind.

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Has always been satisfactory when required.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    None. Reliable, with performance matched on cars with half the mileage.

    Other

    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