Rover 200 Hatchback 216 Si 16V 5d (1998/R) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
apart from repair bills a lot of car for money. remote s/r c/l front windows and big boot.
Costs
reliability isn't the best, I may have just been unlucky with head gasket and clutch though. Group 7 isn't too high for a car this quick.
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On the road
Driving
As my first car I love driving it, is sporty hence the design being used for ZR racing. Only thing that annoys me is rattling in engine/dash at 2-3k RPM.
Performance
quick, the engine enjoys being revved!
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Living with it
Reliability
I may have been unlucky but these reviews did warn me about reliability. What you get for the money of the car is worth it though.
Image
People care to much about the badge, some Rovers were ugly. Mine came with 15" wheels and I love it's body styling! I prefer the more aggressive front lights on these than the round 25s. Some of these 200's look pretty cool with 17" wheels.
Comfort
Not good in the back for larger folk, nothing to complain about in front.
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Security and Service
Security
Remote central locking and immobiliser all good, sure to make it more hassle than it's worth to pinch, but no sensors if the windows are put through though.
Service
I use some local boys in our area. Cheap enough and obviously no experience with Rover.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Head gasket £500.
Other
I'd be lucky to get £900 for it now! Going to run it into the ground!
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