Vauxhall Cavalier Saloon 1988-
  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Bargain buy!

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Most things very cheap, apart from brakes; all round cost £420!

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Not bad - tyres a bit skinny.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    1.6 a little gutless in top, but very economical.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    12,000 miles in five months - never let me down.

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    2 out of 5 2.0

    Dependable - a canny buy for many people.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good up front - a little tight for legs in the back.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Deadlocks and alarm work well.

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very helpful.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Superb - no problems whatsoever, even when I sold it last year with 142k. It's now a taxi!

    Other

    Brakes are the only weak point - the rears bind in wet weather even after replacement.

    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