Vauxhall Nova Hatchback 1983-
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Remembering the market it is in, mine has most things. A feature rich model.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Spare parts from cheap and cheerful to highly tuned available, what more can you ask!?

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Engine can be a bit boomy, very entertaining/dangerous in wet! Handles in the dry like a dream.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Surprisingly quick. Acceleration (balancing traction) is impressive, beats more than you'd expect, and puts a grin on your face while your doing it! Top speeds vary with wind, 125mph says it all!

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Standard stuff, CV boot split, most things were changed before I got it.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Boxy design, but SRs can still look classy and clean.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Seats are superb! Very comfortable, think of the car as a go-kart rather than a cruiser and it becomes more comfortable. High revving engine can get loud.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Rubbish. Additional used. Safety doesn't inspire confidence either. Next car will have a more sturdy feel. ABS would be nice for the wet.

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    wouldn't touch the rip offs with a barge pole.

  • 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