Vauxhall Cavalier Hatchback 1988-
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Purchased in 1995 for £2,750 as ex-rep vehicle.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Cost incurred over 5 years have been negligible.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Always a joy to drive.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Still capable of over 120 mph.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Has been extremely reliable for 180,000 miles.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

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    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very comfortable for driver, less so for passengers.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Has deadlocks, immobiliser and alarm.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    The only major problem was over the 6-year anti-corrosion warranty. It took a threat of court action before sills and whole of rear section were rebuilt with new panels. Did a good job though - virtually still rust-free.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    One sheared spark plug.

    Other

    Dash illumination is difficult to replace.

    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