Rover 200 Hatchback 214 16V SEi 5d (1995/M) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Bought for £1250 in April 2002 in very good condition.
Costs
I do my own servicing and parts are very cheap. Fuel economy is around 40mpg.
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On the road
Driving
Handling and grip are pretty good. A little too much bodyroll. Front suspension is a bit weak now. Comfort is ok.
Performance
Excellent for the engine size. Likes to rev hard. 95-100mph motorway cruising is effortless, if noisy.
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Living with it
Reliability
Pretty good. These engines use a little water in normal use and if you let it get too low, the engine overheats and blows head gasket. Once blown, it will blow again.
Image
A bit old man, but SEi looks better than most derivatives.
Comfort
Good seats, but ride a bit bumpy - probably due to worn shocks.
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Security and Service
Security
Keep a spare key fob battery.
Service
Never used them.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Oil on clutch.
Other
Needed brake discs at 60,000 miles.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes