Vauxhall Cavalier Hatchback 2.0i GLS Cat 5d Auto (1995/M) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Get your money's worth. Reliable workhorse with lots of carrying capacity. Economical & cheap to run.
Costs
Parts cheap, but check auto box OK before you buy or get warranty.
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On the road
Driving
Sensitive to tyre pressure. Ideal Motorway tool.
Performance
Adequate, but unexciting. Sensible gear shifts from Auto. Pointless Sport mode just uses more fuel.
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Living with it
Reliability
Bulletproof if regularly serviced. Never failed in 180,000 miles.
Image
Looking seriously dated, in and out.
Comfort
Sensitive to tyre pressure. 'Stomps' around on pot holes. Seats/Trim wear well.
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Security and Service
Security
Electric locking unreliable when old. Check all doors lock before you leave vehicle.
Service
Network Q excellent. All Vauxhall dealers honoured warranty when initial minor niggles appeared.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Breather system required emulsion trap fitted (Service action item).
Other
Check front lower suspension arms are latest level (Service action item).
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
No