Rover 200 Hatchback (1995 - 2000) 218i S 16V 3d (1997/R) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

That you'll get a shock if you try anything!

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

Just think its a regular small car, which i like.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Yes, definatly. Ive loved owning it and love driving it.

What are you likely to buy next?

something faster or cooler focus RS or 205 GTI

Type of dealer you bought from?

Didn't buy from a dealer

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£2,200

When did you buy the car?

July 2004

Did you get a good deal and why?

bought privatly

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Did lots of research into fast cheap cars, this was the fastest and cheapest!

What was the dealer like?

N/A

What's it like to drive?

A little loud when hammering it but thats all part of the fun. Amazing handling with a decent set of Pirelli's on it, can just chuck it round corners with no worrys. has good power in all gears at any revs. nice and compact for town driving.

What's it like to park?

Easy!

Have you had any problems with the car?

Not had any problems apart from self inflicted ones ie. keep driving through woods and putting a hole in exhaust (it does hang a bit to low really)

What's most practical about your car?

Its Rapid! Golf GTI beater but no-one knows as only discreetly badged as '200'. Its really understated, thats why its so good!

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Love everything about it.