Vauxhall Nova Hatchback 1983-
  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    My first cost £50 amd went for two years, my second more, does load to the gallon!

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Lots of wheelbearings and rust killer! Those back wheel arches are a pain!

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Can be thrown around corners, it's fun, would like the 1.6 though!

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    First and second gear zingy, but after that, give up all hope!

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Touch wood, i've never broken down or not started, that has got to be good!

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    They are so cute! Very desirable to anyone under 25!

    Comfort

    2 out of 5 2.0

    No rear room, i'm 6' and there's no way an elf can sit behind me! Also the pedals are offset, this can do your back in!

  • Security and Service

    Security

    1 out of 5 1.0

    How many times have i been broken into? Get an immobiliser, and alarm, and Fort Nox!

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    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