£5,376
1988 VAUXHALL NOVA DIAMOND
SWVA • UK • 30 Jul 2026
Market Position:
Mid-Market
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£5,376
1988 VAUXHALL NOVA DIAMOND
UK • 30 Jul 2026 • Lot 54
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1988 Vauxhall Nova Diamond is a limited-edition, low-mileage (24,869 miles) example with a remarkable one-family ownership history spanning over 38 years. Its excellent preservation, supported by a comprehensive history file including the original purchase invoice, makes it a highly appealing modern classic for collectors.
Condition
8
The car is described as being in beautiful condition both inside and out, despite being off the road for an extended period. It still runs and drives. The low mileage and extensive, traceable history file contribute to its excellent preservation. While it may require some minor reconditioning due to being off the road, its overall state aligns with an 'Excellent' rating.
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24,869 miles
F716OHU
1988
Auction
Manual
LHD
United Kingdom
£5,376
1988 VAUXHALL NOVA DIAMOND
SWVA • UK • 30 Jul 2026
Market Position:
Mid-Market
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Description
In Brief:
A tidy and low mileage example of limited edition 'Diamond' trim Nova
Finished in Black over a cloth interior Owned by the current keeper for the last 21 years Just 1 former keeper - owned for 17 years Genuine 24,869 miles from new
Auctioneer's Notes:
A remarkably well-preserved example of the limited-edition 1988 Vauxhall Nova Diamond, this charming 1980s supermini presents as a genuine low-mileage, one-family ownership time capsule.
Showing just 24,869 miles, it has clearly led a sheltered life, with the accompanying paperwork helping to trace its story from new.
The original purchase invoice confirms that the car was supplied in 1988 at a cost of £6,500, equivalent to approximately £22,624.50 in today’s purchasing power.
With its period Diamond trim, attractive presentation and wonderfully complete history, this Nova offers a rare opportunity to acquire an increasingly nostalgic and collectible example of Vauxhall’s popular supermini.
Maintenance & Condition:
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Price Analysis vs Other Novas
£370
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£6,057
Median Price (Since 2020)
£23,625
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on 24th Oct 2008
Latest MOT mileage:
22,375 miles
MOT History
Passed
On 25th Oct 2007, 22,375 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
User Entered:
- Oil leak
- All tyres perished
Failed
On 24th Oct 2007, 22,375 miles
There were 6 defects noted.
Fail:
- Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)
- Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
- Nearside Front An item not tested (Manual)
User Entered:
- Oil leak
- All tyres perished
MOT Mileage Trend
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61-62 Aston Road, Nuffield Industrial Estate, Poole, Dorset, BH17 0NE, England
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