1989 Vauxhall Senator 25i review from UK and Ireland
"A superb car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Waterpump at 80k (warranty).
Two rear gearbox mounts due to a leak from the speedo drive, I should have fixed the leak first time, seals were only £4.
Alternator exchange from auto elec specialist £45.
Threw away viscous fan & fitted Kenlow, R/H/R electric window motor £25 from breakers.
ABS problem, eventually found to be sensor wires to the front wheels with an internal break.
Normal wear & tear - discs, exhaust.
General comments?
Love it. Performance, character, grunt and class.
I have just bought a 1991 H at 80k, will miss the cruise control (never had a problem with mine) and heated seats but I can live with that.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1989 |
| First year of ownership | 1994 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2000 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.5 petrol Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 2 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 68000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 205750 miles |
| Date of Entry | 13th August, 2000 |