Renault Clio (1991 - 1998) 1.4 RT 3d (1996/P) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Shopped around instead of going for the obvious small car solutions and relatively stylish for age.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Very quiet running engine so neighbours like the car. Friends say comfortable except limited head and leg room for tall people in the rear.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes. Good small car that keeps going round the clock (mine still runs smooth with 170,000 miles on the clock). Would look for one with a sealed up sunroof as leak is hard to fix.
What are you likely to buy next?
VW golf hatchback mk3 1.4 or 1.6 or Seat Ibiza 1.4 or 1.6
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Didn't buy from a dealer
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£350
When did you buy the car?
May 2009
Did you get a good deal and why?
Yes because it has been a reliable run around which is also comfortable at motorway speeds.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Very tight feel even though 170,000 miles on the clock and cheap alternative to 106 or saxo.
What was the dealer like?
Private seller.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Reasonable at low speeds and carries on going at the top end when most other small cars hit their top speed.
What's it like to park?
Easy with power steering even with heavy alloy wheels as is a small and nimble car.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
The immobiliser failed causing the car to not start, this was bypassed by AA. Leaking electric sunroof, very common and expensive to fix at dealer. Steering becomes loose and is relatively cheap to fix.
What's most practical about your car?
Boot space and front leg room.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Power steering and Electric windows.
