Second Hand Vauxhall Cavalier Anti Roll Bar

The Cavalier ran across two distinct generations sold in the UK: the Mk2 (roughly 1981–1988) and the Mk3 (1988–1995), and the front and rear subframe geometry differs enough between them that the anti roll bars are not interchangeable across that boundary. Within each generation there is reasonable parts commonality, but engine size can influence bar diameter, so a bar from a 1.4 or 1.6 may not be the same spec as one from a 2.0. Always confirm the exact part against your registration with the breaker before buying.

Both years fall within the Mk3 generation (1988–1995), so there is a good chance of compatibility, particularly if the engine sizes match. That said, Vauxhall did introduce running changes during the Mk3's production life, and sport or handling-pack variants may carry a different bar diameter, so this is worth confirming with the breaker against both registrations to be certain.

Trim level alone – whether GL, CD, GLS, or SRi – does not determine anti roll bar fitment on the Cavalier; what matters is the generation and engine size. However, if the SRi or GSi variant you are sourcing from had a sport suspension package, there is a possibility the bar is a different diameter, so ask the breaker to check the specification rather than assuming any Mk3 bar will simply swap over.

Yes, the Vauxhall Cavalier was fitted with anti roll bars as standard equipment at both the front and rear axle across the Mk2 (1981–1988) and Mk3 (1988–1995) generations, so this is a genuine part to source from a breaker. Both estate and saloon body styles shared the same basic suspension layout, making used bars reasonably available on the breakers market.

The Cavalier Mk3 and the Astra Mk2/Mk3 share some Vauxhall platform components, but anti roll bar dimensions and mounting points do not reliably cross over between models, and the Vectra that replaced the Cavalier in 1995 is a different platform entirely. Do not assume cross-model fitment – give the breaker both the donor and recipient registrations and let them verify the part numbers before you commit.

In most cases the generation and engine size are the more important factors rather than body style, but estate models can carry a slightly different rear anti roll bar setup to account for load-carrying differences, so it is worth mentioning your body style to the breaker. Confirm against your registration to be sure you are getting the right bar for your specific build.