The following photosets are tagged Vauxhall - click on the thumbnails for more images and descriptions of each vehicle
The Vauxhall Cavalier mk1 launched in very late 1975 taking design elements from the Opel Ascona and Opel Manta. It was initially built exclusively at the Antwerp Opel plant (Belgium), though by Summer of 1977 also in Luton, UK. This example, registered in the UK in June 1976 is a European import model. The Cavalier came in a range of body styles: Saloon, coupé and hatchback; and this is a great example of the 4-door saloon. 1896cc Opel CIH I4 engine. Great looking classic Vauxhall!
The Vauxhall Cresta was in production for a long period, 1954 to 1972, but the 1960 version, as shown here, the Vauxhall Cresta PA, was available 1957–1962. And it is a very cool car: from its Buick-style fins to its curved roof and two-tone paint job - this car simply exudes the USA. But it is British of course, built at Vauxhall's plant in Luton. This one was registered in December 1960 and must have been one of the first examples to be powered by the 2,651cc ohv I6 engine. A 1960 Vauxhall Cresta like this was used in the video for the song Ghost Town by the Specials.
The Vauxhall Cresta was available between 1954 to 1972 but the name was attached to four distinct and very different car designs. This is the Vauxhall Cresta PA - manufactured between 1957 and 1962 with 81,841 made. And what a cool car! Perhaps it doesn't look British: the tail-fins, and wrap-around windows are totally American - but it was actually built in Luton, England. Two tone Maroon/Grey finish, with leather seats. "Cresta - the most luxurious Vauxhall" as early promotional material states. Looks pretty good inside too. This one was registered in April 1961. 2651cc ohv I6 engine.
1962 Vauxhall VX 4/90 FB. 1508cc. Registered August 1962
