Vauxhall Nova Hatchback 1983-
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good value for money.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Parts are all really cheap. Just as well, really.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good ride. Bit hard at times until I changed the suspension, so it's really hard now!!

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    For a 1.4, very nippy. Suprises a few drivers and Boy Racers.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    125,000 miles and climbing fast. Even on the original engine.

    Image

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Well what can I say except 'Boy Racer'

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Seats are really good.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Stick a carrot in the door lock and you're away.

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    I have only been do a dealership once, to get a small part. They were very helpful. I normally get parts from www.autovaux.com

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Nothing, amazingly considring the mileage, apart from a lazy thermostat.

    Other

    Wipers packed up due to linkage breaking. Lights in the dash easliy fixed. Wiper stalk.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes