1996 Vauxhall Calibra 16V review from UK and Ireland
"Fast, comfortable and looks the part"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Crankshaft sensor failed twice.
Rear boot catch need tightening (noisy).
General comments?
1) I'll miss it greatly.
2) I guess I'm a bad driver because I don't complain about the handling - I have never thrown another car so hard into corners so safely - it eats it up - must be a moan from rear wheel drive fans?
3) Great comfort on the motorway all day.
4) 8 seconds to 60 puts most new cars behind it.
5) Why are they making an Astra version?
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1996 |
| First year of ownership | 1996 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2000 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 petrol Manual |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
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| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 92000 miles |
| Previous car | Rover - Austin Montego GTi |
| Date of Entry | 2nd May, 2000 |