A tidy and well-presented example of the increasingly scarce Vauxhall Calibra, this 2.0 16v Coupe offers sharp styling and a appreciating place in the 90s modern-classic market. Finished in Bronze/Silver metallic over black leather, it stands as a smart and well-cared-for example with long-term ownership and recent refurbishment.
In 2022 the car benefited from a full respray along with a new cambelt, with the combined work totalling over £4,000. Returned to the road in 2024, it presents very nicely today, with clean bodywork and a well-kept interior.
The Calibra has had just one former keeper. Its first owner was a Vauxhall main dealer, who used the car as a demonstrator before it was purchased by the current registered keeper in 1996. Remarkably, they have retained it for the past 29 years, adding significant provenance and continuity to the car’s story. A history file accompanies the car, including invoices for works completed and a selection of MOT certificates charting its upkeep.
The Opel Calibra was engineered and produced by Opel between 1989 and 1997, and marketed in the UK as the Vauxhall Calibra, where it remained on sale until 1999. It arrived as a belated successor to the Manta and as Vauxhall’s answer to the surge of Japanese sporting coupés of the era. This model is equipped with the 2.0-litre 16-valve DOHC Ecotec inline-four engine, producing 136 bhp.
With long-term ownership, recent major cosmetic and mechanical expenditure, and a rare colour combination, this example should appeal to enthusiasts seeking an increasingly uncommon 90's motorcar or modern classic. Its tidy presentation and documented history make it a good option.
Saturday 24th January: 9am-11:30am
Monday 26th January: 8am-3:30am
Tuesday 27th January: 8am-3:30pm
Wednesday 28th January: 8am-3:30pm
Earlier viewing dates available upon request
