1993 Vauxhall Cavalier MkIII 1.8i Cesaro ‘Motorsport’
Highlights
- Vendor describes car as in 'exceptional condition'
- Recently renewed suspension, steering, brakes, tyres and sports exhaust
- Recent history of extensive new replacement parts
- Original and factory-standard car with great sports interior
- MOT valid until June 2025
- Relive your ‘90s BTCC dreams!
The Appeal
If you remember seeing Will Hoy and John Cleland pushing the works Cavvies onto two wheels around Brands, Donnington, Thruxton and more, then this is for you. It is a BTCC-infused Cesaro special edition - known on V5s and by enthusiasts as the Cavalier ‘Motorsport.’
These cars got special alloy wheels, exclusive badging and a sports interior including figure-hugging Recaros. Today they are exceptionally rare, particularly ones that preserve all those tasty factory features.
This highly original ‘Motorsport’ is very presentable inside and out. The condition has been helped by enthusiast keepers and recent work to the mechanicals. The well kept interior is a particular treat.
The vendor tells us that the car comes with an open invitation to Carfest in August. It was featured in a recent film as a Chevrolet Cavalier and is shown on US plates and with badges removed in some photos (all badges have now been refitted).
History and Paperwork
- First registered 30th November 1993
- MOT valid to 29th May 2025
- Low mileage for its years
- Single MOT advisory since rectified
- Recent work summarised below
- Carefully maintained by a previous keeper who was an enthusiast
- Some useful spares include boxes of sensor switches
- Used for a forthcoming film which is shown in photographs
- Owner now lacks space for his vintage commercial collection
- Officially known as a Cavalier Cesaro but often described on V5 as a ‘Motorsport’
Cavalier Cesaro special factory features:
- Recaro-style front sports seats
- Exclusive badges
- Boot spoiler
- ‘Compomotive’ style alloy wheels
Recent maintenance by seller:
- Minimal welding to seams on rear sill ends
- Front suspension arms and driveshaft parts
- Rubber boot
- Steering rack overhaul
- Fuel system & pipework
- Full ignition kit
- Starter motor
- Auxiliary belts
- Hoses
- Wipers
- Sports exhaust system
- New brake drums
- Five near new tyres
The Condition
- Paintwork looks largely original and in very good order
- The vendor reports the car appears free from typical chips, scrapes and paint flaws
- Bumpers and other exterior fittings in good order
- Rare five–spoke ‘Cesaro’ alloy wheels
- Vendor describes the wheels as being in 'excellent condition'
- Five nearly new tyres fitted
- Original sills are reported to be rust-free inside
- They were checked by seller when rear arch end bungs were replaced
- Small areas of seams below the rear arch end bungs were cut away and new metal let in
- Floors and underside appear in smart condition and need no attention according to seller
- Vendor says there are no blisters at all and the door bottoms are 'totally sound'
- Detachable quality period radio cassette included
- Glass sunroof reported to work well
- Electrics said to be all working well with no issues
- Factory Cesaro specification seats original and very well kept
- Small, almost invisible repair on the very edge of the driver's seat
- Door cards, dash, carpet and seats present free from stains, no pets or child damage.
- Headliner and carpet are new and clean
- Non-original felt section seams, extra carpeted areas, and extra sound deadening
- No corrosion found under carpets or in and around the sunroof
- No leaks with all critical seams resealed
- Under boot floor is described by seller as ‘like new’
- Front ashtray deleted and said to have always been a non-smoker's car
- Special Cesaro ‘Motorsport’ interior retaining its original fittings
- Factory tool kit
The Mechanics
- 1,796cc fuel injected four cylinder engine
- 5spd manual gearbox
- Extensive list of new parts as listed above
- Upgraded sports exhaust
- Described by seller as ‘needing nothing and mechanically excellent’
- No reported running or driving issues
- MOT to end of May 2025 with no mechanical or running gear advisories
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Vehicle specification
- Year 1993
- Make Vauxhall
- Model Cavalier
- Colour White
- Odometer 118,896 Miles
- Engine size 1796
Listing Details
- Seller type Private
- Town Andover
- Location Hampshire
- Country United Kingdom
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