Citroën Saxo 1.6i VTR 3d (97) (1999/V) Owner Review

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Economy
Value
Group 7 insurance. High dealer prices- best to shop around and buy private.
Costs
It's French- expect things to go wrong.
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On the road
Driving
Good fun as a first car, will lose it's appeal quickly though.
Performance
Not bad for 90bhp. Has to be revved hard to get the most out of it.
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Living with it
Reliability
So-so.
Image
Nice looking car, tragically championed by chavs and appalingly 'modified.'
Comfort
Poor. Suspension is harsh at best.
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Security and Service
Security
Immobiliser as standard and that's it.
Service
N/A.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
38k on the clock and already had exhaust system and drive shaft replaced. Shocking- expect problems if you buy a VTR.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
No