Vauxhall Cavalier Saloon 1988-
  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    130k miles and still going strong. Only one major failure, water pump. Suspected over-tight cambelt tension by main agent at last service.

    Image

    1 out of 5 1.0

    It's had its day. However, I no longer worry about parking it in dodgy areas.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Considering the miles, it's still pretty good.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Not so hot by modern standards. Deadlocks work well though.

    Service

    2 out of 5 2.0

    It's variable. I had 9 good years and then a really crap service when the manager changed.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Check Diz cap. Dealer didn't and I broke down.

    Other

    Fuel hoses leak after a while. Steering lock broke at 3 years old.

    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