Highlights

One of less than 100 remaining Cabriolets
Well preserved factory standard condition
Practical and rare four seat full convertible
Lots of history dating back to earliest days
Current MOT to June 2025
Runs and drives well

The Appeal

If you’re in the market for a classic four-seater convertible, Vauxhall’s Mk2 Cavalier may not be top of mind. They were always a rare sight: just 1,283 were sold in the UK, of which fewer than 100 remain road registered.

Alongside the fact that you’re unlikely to park next to another one, there are many good reasons to put it on your list, though. The Cabriolet uses the Mk2's chiselled good looks - which were allegedly influenced by Rover’s SD1 - to good effect and channels the SRi’s sporty vibe. It's a practical car too, with ample space for four and a large boot. The zesty 1.8L fuel injected engine delivers decent performance via the slick 5spd gearbox. They handle well too - when new, drivers really liked these cars.

This low mileage 1987 facelift Cabriolet is in very solid, unrestored condition and fully factory standard. Its handful of keepers have amassed a thick history file and it is said to run and drive well. It could be used ‘as is’ or there is scope for an enthusiast to improve it on their driveway or in their garage. It comes to market with MOT to June 2025 with no structural advisories.

History and Paperwork

First registered 1st May 1987
Six registered keepers
Current keeper since May 2023
Thick history file of invoices, old MOTs and tax discs as shown
Factory handbooks and wallet
2,873 Cabriolets were built of which 1,283 were sold in the UK
Independent records show less than 100 remain road registered
MOT to 2nd June 2025 with minor advisories to note
69,587 miles showing on MOt and 69,760 miles showing in photos

The Condition

White paintwork in fair condition for age and appears to be largely original
There are a few stone chips and marks to note including to bonnet
Bodywork is generally well in good order for a car of this age with some points to note
The nearside front and rear arches and offside rear arch shows areas of deterioration
Area of light bubbling to note to base of nearside A pillar
Remaining areas such as sills and panel edges appear to present well
The car would benefit from some TLC caught now when it can be easily remedied
Underside presents well in photos with no structural advisories on current MOT
Factory standard car with 1987 facelift aesthetics including body colour grille
Exterior plastic trim shows some fading and would likely respond to valeting
Lattice-style polished 13in alloy wheels in fair condition with some aging as shown
Matching spare wheel in boot with tools
Black fabric folding roof in good working order with fabric tri, presenting well
Rear screen shows areas of damage and ideally needs replaced
Exterior lights in good order front and rear with no obvious misting or cracks
Grey fabric interior with sports seats in good general condition for age
Seats show some wear and age including loosened fabric as shown
Interior trim in good order with some age to note to door trims and other areas
Dashboard in good order with switchgear presenting well
Retains its original factory radio and cassette storage box
Grey carpets in good general condition with age to note in photos
Headlining is in fair condition with some marks and small tears to note
The fuse box cover appears to be missing
Dashboard dial shroud is clear and appears free from cracks and damage
No reported faults with electrics, dials, switchgear or lighting

The Mechanics

1,796cc 87bhp fuel injected 4cyl engine
5spd manual gearbox
Factory standard and unmodified car
Good history file of maintenance as shown
Vendor states that the car runs well
Minor advisories to note on MOT
No reported running or driving issues

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