The 4x4 system failed within a few thousand miles, the power steering "sphere" split, and the bonnet release is a bit reluctant. The head was porous when I bought it, needing 2 oil sleeves fitting (£120 each). When refitting the head, the coils in the block for the head bolts snapped, and needed heli-coiling!
Despite all this, I love the car to bits!
The car is absolutely stunning. The headlights and low-slung body give it pure aggression and style. It handles amazingly well at the limit, with very good grip and stability.
The 4x4 system and sheer power of the engine launches the car off the line in no time. I have beaten Pulsar GTi-R's, Cosworths and Evo's.
The leather trim is excellent, and the controls, driving position and everything is perfect.
Great car, agree with all you have written. i amhaving loads of trouble with my 4x4 system, pressure seal has gone in transfer box, can't get hold of one anywere, any ideas?.been told the only way round it is to get a new transfer box, also looking for a spoiler in white.
Well the cossies and evos musnt be trying very hard then pal!
"Pressure seal has gone in the transfer box"
Well, there's a shocker. Did you know that the Vauxhall Cavalier/Calibra 4x4 transmission has the dubious honour of being blanket excluded from most of the major used car warranties?
I worked at a Vauxhall dealership when these cars were on sale new, and we never went more than two or three days without seeing a Cavalier / Calibra 4x4 with transmission failure. They usually came in on recovery trucks with a puddle of gear oil underneath. Either that, or they'd get stuck in front wheel drive mode.
They're total crap in all honesty.
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Depends on the state of tune - a well tuned Calibra turbo will beat a Cossie and a standard Evo.
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