1995 Vauxhall Calibra 8v review from UK and Ireland
"An unreliable disappointment."
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Exhaust parts required at 96,000.
Needed oxygen and temperature sensors recently (expensive).
Air conditioning compressor has failed, £1000 to replace.
Windscreen wiper motor now VERY noisy, £100 to replace.
Drivers side leather seat is showing its age now.
Rust developing on the rear arches and battery tray.
Both lower suspension arms require replacement (
General comments?
The Calibra handles well, but in 2.0 litre 8 valve form the performance will probably disappoint. The fuel consumption is also rather poor, though this may be due to yet another fault!
It seems that you repair one thing, and something else fails.
I don't think I will be buying another Vauxhall car in the future.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 petrol Automatic |
| Performance marks | 5/10 |
| Reliability marks | 3/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 2/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 92000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 99000 miles |
| Previous car | Toyota Supra |
| Date of Entry | 20th January, 2002 |