1994 Vauxhall Corsa GSi review from UK and Ireland

Oil seal started leaking on the way to work, drove straight to dealer in Spain Who looked amused at the English badges, and then fixed it immediately under European warranty and gave it a new oil filter and a quick once over - better service than England.

Rear washer went, got it fixed at service free of charge.

Speed dial died on the way to Germany, but got it fixed when I got back to the UK.

Badges and aerial got pinched in Spain because they are too easy to pinch.

Someone tried to break into the boot and failed.

Recall for ripped metal on b pillar by door handle. Welding patches were done and metallic paint was resprayed so I couldn't tell, which is saying something. Started to go again though eventually.

Blistering performance for such a small car, now have a V5 Golf which wouldn't stand a chance against this car. Bit cheap and cheerful inside, no airbags.

Tires act like they are coated in super glue compared to squealing Volkswagen golf, but even this low slung little monster can't beat my lowered '67 beetle in a corner. Now that is like driving a car on rails.

Great fun to drive, very boy racer, new styling isn't as cool as this model.

Cabin was a bit, how can I put it...'snug' lovely comfortable seats though.