Vauxhall
Vauxhall
VAUXHALL CRESTA/VISCOUNT
4-door 6-seater saloon/estate car.
The last of the big Vauxhalls, clearly with US-inspired GM styling, and a rusting reputation well-deserved as for all such Luton-built cars. Massive and roomy, flexible and powerful (123bhp/near 100mph), but commercially unsuccessful. 108ins wheelbase ensured great carrying capacity, with safe though uninspired roadholding. Viscount was Luton's answer to Ford's Zodiac, with similar up-market wood and gewgaws. A few survive.
Technical Specifications
Engine
3294cc (S6 OHV)
Configuration
Front engine, rear-wheel drive
Production dates
1965 to 1972
Number produced
53,912/7025