Rover 200 Hatchback (1995 - 2000) 214 Si 16V 5d (1999/T) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
nothing positive!
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
they like it ,until you get close it looks quite smart.
Would you buy this car again and why?
no
What are you likely to buy next?
ford / vauxhall
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Independent
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£6,000
When did you buy the car?
May 2001
Did you get a good deal and why?
reasonable
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
part exchange for metro gta - gta was a great little car and wanted something with same engine. big mistake!
What was the dealer like?
polite and helpful
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
great in town,gearing ensures the engine is revving hard at motorway speeds.holds the road well(but this may be down to non standard wheels & tyres)
What's it like to park?
very easy
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
new gearbox at 38,000.head gasket.poor starting.new shock absorbers.power steering leak.repeater indicators keep falling off.srs system repaired.leaky sunroof.rear washer broke.parcel shelf broke.car is starting to rust away.
What's most practical about your car?
being small its good around town.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
steering wheel audio controls are fun.