Vauxhall Nova Hatchback 1983-
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    There are some good cheap ones out there that haven't been flogged.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Petrol consumption can be a bit higher with enthusiastic driving, but parts are cheep and loads of them at the scrappers. Insurance isn't bad at all at group 5.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Quick run around. Likes to motor.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Not bad on the A roads, but not to hot on the motorway. More of a look warn hatch this one.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Starts every time. Engine carved out of a lump of solid steel.

    Image

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Bit Boy Racer-ish, but hey it's fun.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Ok. Nice front seats.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Thieves love them. Mine has been broken into twice. Doorlocks are a joke. Get an alarm fitted and a steering lock if you wanna keep hold of it. Scores a zero for this one.

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Never used a vauxhall garage. Too expensive for a £500 car.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Indietructable.

    Other

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    No