Vauxhall Cavalier Hatchback 2.0i SRi 5d (1991/J) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Excellent value car now. High level of spec for your money.
Costs
Parts are cheap - plenty of good examples can now be found at scrap yards. Satisfactory MPG.
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On the road
Driving
Good with uprated suspension.
Performance
Excellent. Good torque. Pulls troughout rev range. Suspension needs tweaking.
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Living with it
Reliability
Excellent reliability, as long as car is serviced regularly.
Image
Dated now. Needs aftermarket styling to stand out from rest.
Comfort
Comfortable for long journeys and round town.
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Security and Service
Security
Factory security needs upgrading. Deadlocks.
Service
Wrong parts given at dealership. Reluctant to exchange faulty parts.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Leaking sump gasket.
Other
Outer CV gators regularly. Warped brake disks. Broken clutch cable.
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