Renault Clio (1998 - 2001) 1.2 RN 5d (1999/T) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

It says young, cheap and remotely sporty. What more do you want a clio to say?

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

Family like it as its nice to drive and quite nice looking. Friends dont quite share the same view mind you; like the reg though TIL 6189

Would you buy this car again and why?

I would urge caution when buying a second hand petrol clio. Mine has 84'000 miles on her and things are troublesome to say the least.

What are you likely to buy next?

No idea

Type of dealer you bought from?

Independent

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£1,500

When did you buy the car?

January 2004

Did you get a good deal and why?

I thought i got a good enough deal. Originally started off at £2000, but got it knocked down, but the warenty went too

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

What was the dealer like?

Adequate.....nothing more, nothing less

What's it like to drive?

Its easy to drive. Clutch is stiff and heavy though. Gear change is solid and the driving position can be adjusted so its all good that way. On the motorway its fine, does do 70, but puts up a bit of fight to do anything over 80.

What's it like to park?

Parking is easy, as its rather small. Good view out of the back window. Made easy through the power steering. Tow bar is handy for bouncing off things!

Have you had any problems with the car?

Where do I start.... Front fogs stopped working, fuel light doesn't, open doors light on dash is broken, head gasket was cracked when i got it, cosmetic things (few dents and scrappes)

What's most practical about your car?

For the brief few days when its all going fine, its nice to drive and nippy, even for a 1.2

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?