Rover 200 Hatchback 1995-

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  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Not Bad I paid 7k for a two year old car with 20,000 on the clock and 1 lady owner.That was 3 years ago.

    Costs

    2 out of 5 2.0

    On its second head and third head gasket. I think you can work it out.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    I've had quite a few quick cars but I've never had as much driving pleasure from them as the BRM.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Make no bones about it. This car is quick especially when the VVC kicks in all the way to 7100 rpm.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    2 out of 5 2.0

    That head gasket problem...........Mines on its third after 97k. Apart from the head, not bad at all.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    It always gets noticed.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very good considering the lowered suspension.The leather is very comfortable let down only when its very hot.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Never had any problems, its still on the drive anyway.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    O.K.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    I'm not going through all that again.

    Other

    Doesn't like damp starting much. The headlights are also very poor even with upgrades.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes