Lada Riva Saloon 1200 L 4d (1987/E) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Great value for money. Cheap as chips… well, mouldy chips anyway.
Costs
Not too bad, if you leave it in your garage. More costly on pride to be honest.
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On the road
Driving
Handles like a boat.
Performance
I could get out and run faster.
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Living with it
Reliability
As useful as a chocolate teapot. Ok around town on short trips though.
Image
Looks the bee's knees. When buying a Lada, you don't think "Hmmm… that car has a good image..."
Comfort
Never owned a Lada have you? Not particularly great. Firm ride, very audible engine noise and no toys to play with.
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Security and Service
Security
Would you take it even if the keys were in the ignition and I said "Hey, take my car!"
Service
What service? Where's the dealer?
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Replaced… with a hamster in a spinning wheel (needed more power).
Other
Breaks down when you breathe on it. Door fell off 2 weeks ago.
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