Rover 200 Hatchback (1989 - 1996) 214 SLi 5d (1992/J) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
I am not tempted to waste a lot of money on a brand new car. Cheap motoring, fuel economy etc.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Very clean for it's age, Nice exhaust note.
Would you buy this car again and why?
I would because it has been basically hassle-free for nearly three years which is not bad for a 15 year old car.
What are you likely to buy next?
A slightly more powerful Rover 200/ 45
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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?
£0
When did you buy the car?
December 2004
Did you get a good deal and why?
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
What was the dealer like?
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Very confident around corners, quick, precise handling and safe.
What's it like to park?
Easy being quite a small car.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
In nearly three years only the water pump has been renewed and there was a suspect oil leak into the water which was rectified by a cheap bottle of sealant.
What's most practical about your car?
It has five doors which I find very convienient. The hatch means I can put just about anything in it.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Power-steering
