Amazing Vauxhall Cavalier Mk1 2000 GL, One Owner, 51,348 Miles, Full History - SOLD!

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An original, late Vauxhall Cavalier Mk1 2000 GL with just 51,348 miles, one family owner and full history from new.

EQUIPMENT
Extra brightwork, matt black rear panel, body side mouldings with PVC inserts, bright sill and wheel arch mouldings, adjustable front head restraints, carpeted lower doors, laminated screen, boot light, cigar lighter, quartz clock, push-button radio, vanity mirror, six pod instrument console.

EXTERIOR
Factory original Mandarin Red paint still retains a beautiful deep gloss finish with absolutely no colour fade. There is no corrosion or rust and the vehicle is structurally perfect. Small areas where paint work has been treated with a touch up brush, mainly on the front valance, however, there has been no attempt to fill or spray the car in these areas confirming the cars honesty and originality. The engine bay has been regularly coated in WD40 by the previous owner helping to preserve all inner wings. The car is still fitted with the supplying Dealer number plates. The rear lower valance protection has discoloured. The original tools, jack and spare wheel are retained in the boot. A beautiful rare survivor.

INTERIOR
Incredible. A true 1970's interior finished in unmarked Beige Ribbed velour cloth trim, preserved perfectly by tailor-made matching seat covers on the front seats from new (these have now been removed). All the trim is factory standard and fully operational controls and gauges make this interior remarkable. As a final run-out model these late GL specification vehicles were fitted with GLS refinements making this interior very plush. The two tone tan over black dashboard remains free from scuffs and cracks. The heater fan is not working and the headlining around the 'C' pillars is slightly discoloured. A perfect, comfortable cruising classic.

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
Being the more powerful '2000' engine unit the 1979cc OHC 4-cylinder produces 100bhp and 113lb/ft of torque enough to make long outings a joy and comfortable. A full complement of service invoices exist from new leaving no doubt this car has been meticulously maintained. The 4-speed all synchromesh gearbox is light and precise.

WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES.
Unblemished Rostyle sport wheels with excellent 185/70SR radials and chrome bezel trims. The bezels are showing signs of pitting and would benefit from being renewed at some point. Dual circuit, servo assisted braking system, incorporating discs at the front and rear drums are positive.

HISTORY FILE
Registered to a Mr Hallows on the 1st September 1981 by Vauxhall Main Dealers, Vantage Garages of Timperley, Cheshire this car has had a pampered life. Original bill of sale is accompanied by the Gold Seal Guarantee for rust proofing and a receipt for the fitting of rear seatbelts from new. Mr Hallows cherished the car throughout his ownership, keeping masses of invoices and even letters he sent to Vauxhall requesting assistance on maintenance matters, including their replies with technical drawings and exploded diagrams. The car was passed to Mr Hallows' daughter and son in law when he passed away and has benefited from the same enthusiasm and care shown by Mr Hallows throughout his ownership. Supplying brochure from 1981 and all handbooks, service books, warranty books and instruction manuals are supplied with the car. This is a truly cherished, rare car and remains a perfect reflection of the manufacturer's intentions.

The vehicle is HPI clear.

Thinking of selling? Our proven commission sale or SOR (Sale or Return) program is a great way to utilise and access our professional services and facilities while still maximising the return from your vehicle with minimal hassle, stress and time, If you’d like to take advantage of this then please get in touch for further information. Alternatively If you’d like to move your vehicle on quickly and efficiently with minimal delay then we can make an offer on an outright purchase basis with payment and collection arranged soon after.

[Mrpint]

Love how this old car has oil pressure and volt gauge wild modern cars have totally abandon this.

[adeh]

Forgot how awesome these cavaliers looked, nice motor and that engine was sweet

[amiausUSA]

This car was sold on the continent, including Gibraltar, as the B-Series Ascona. Even in Germany, there are very few B-Series Asconas on the road anymore. I like how the oil pressure gauge kept its German "Oel" and "Tank" labels. The front-wheel drive C-Series Ascona was released at the same time the Cavalier Mk2 was released.

[vforvendetta]

damm that car looks classy modern cars for most part are bland by comparison

[gaz]

OOh those valances lol
Always using fibreglass to cover up the holes with them.
Great how car companys later designed them with bumpers hiding this along with sill covers stopping the rot.

[jackdaw]

Looking at the front I first thought this would be a Manta, but actually where I live this is called an
opel ascona. I suppose it had a different front for GB (back is also slightly more different). Very nice car outside and nice to see that 70s interior.

[TheScriptLyricVideos]

I learned to drive in one of these. Those seats were fabulously comfortable i have never had a better seat since. beautiful smooth drive. They were a fantastic car

[paulpalmtree]

My first car after passing my driving test was a brand new Vauxhall Cavalier 1.3 L, two door saloon, finished in metallic copper.
The date was 1st August 1980, reg number MBU 280W. Just loved that car, and wish I still had it today. Very rare these days. Especially the two door saloon. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿👍.

[paullickorish]

Just bought one last week, a 1979 GLS really nice cars and very underrated.

[PompeyMatt]

wow.... in the 80s I had a Mk1 2000 GLS.... this is in better condition that that !

[BreezyRider]

I bought a 2nd hand so-called 1.3 version in about 1990 & was surprised to discover it had the old 1256 OHV engine in it. Apart from the crappy engine I really liked it...

[juanpabloarena]

El más completo tablero de instrumentos que ví en un auto... Admirable!

[HeavyMetal]

Vauxhall Cavalier Mk1 Opel Ascona B Champions Rally 1980

[hjphjp]

Airey Neave MP was assassinated in a car bomb at the Houses of Parliament in 1979. His car was a Mk1 Vauxhall Cavalier 2000GL or GLS in metallic blue. These cars that have the bulbous headlamps like the later Chevette, and the crooked gear lever. I haven't seen one in years, even the flat nosed related Opel Ascona. It is the low spec models that are the most rare today.

[bumfluffmcregor]

What's the difference between these and a chevette

[matthaeusrex]

God they don't make em like they used to..

[mandycowey]

I had a one exactly like this one. Loved it. Worked as a mechanic at a Ford dealer at the time and still preferred this to the Cortina

[yikesgodzilla]

My dad had this car in canary yellow with a vinyl roof. I spent a full summer working on the body of it when I was 14, and then he sold it. Pure nostalgia - I would give my eye teeth for one of these.

[GRAHAM]

Wonderful Mark 1 Cavalier. I loved these cars back in the day, they used to drive very well and even now look stylish and clean cut....Am envious of it's new owner.

[drewerz]

Love these cars! Never had a Mk1 Cavy but I did have an '87 Opel Manta Coupé, which was almost the same car and shared a lot more parts than not, even the same dash board. Mine was the 2.0i GTE Auto, the reg number was D374 YFW if memory serves. Extremely rare as far as I'm aware, being an Auto and all, just wish I still had it, my god it was a fast car, one of the fastest cars I've ever had in fact - it was stopping it that was the problem, the brakes were borderline dangerous, that was the main reason I sold it, well that and it was becoming quite porous despite lots of hours welding it :(
But I still absolutely love them non the less, as I do all classic and retro cars no matter what they are but especially old Vauxhalls and old Fords :)