Vauxhall Nova Hatchback 1983-
  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Low cost to buy and run.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Not bad fuel usage. Cheap components.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Easy to handle.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    First off the line. Not bad for a 1.2.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Only let me down once. Spark plugs needed cleaning (fuel mixture too rich).

    Image

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Good image for a dated design.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    I've de-locked mine. Put centeral locking in and a good alarm system.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Very helpful on advice.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Blown 2 head gaskets within 1 year. Too much power.

    Other

    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