Vauxhall Senator 1987-
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Bit heavy on petrol in town - likes motorways best, petrol lasts forever.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    So far, so good.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Superb smooth drive.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Blinding, kick down and sports button superb, get past 80 it feels rocket powered.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    So far, so good.

    Image

    5 out of 5 5.0

    I love it, some say it looks dated, I think it looks 'Exec sporty' without drawing too much attention from the wrong crowd.

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Outstanding, like an armchair.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    No worse than my old Carlton Diplomat.

    Service

    5 out of 5 5.0

    I have 2 local Vauxhall dealers - both superb at servicing.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Doesn't like very cold starts, could be a dodgy coil.

    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