Rover 200 Hatchback 214 S 8V Special Edition 3d (1998/S) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Good price, however depreciation seems high.
Costs
Consumables cost similar to other makes.
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On the road
Driving
Reasonable handling.
Performance
1.4 8v engine boring. No guts.
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Living with it
Reliability
Ok, but needed new starter after 40,000 miles.
Image
Design ageing quite well.
Comfort
Ok about town but on longer trips, numb bum.
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Security and Service
Security
Ok. Low insurance costs.
Service
Very bad service/attitude from Rover garage. Faults/problems ongoing for a year without being sorted. I would never buy another car from a Rover dealer ever!
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Failed starter motor.
Other
Rover approved inspection and documentation not completed. Simple faults needed many visits to sort.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
No