Rover 400 Hatchback (1995 - 2000) 416i 5d (1996/N) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Don`t care, I like it and my wife like it too. That is enough for me.

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

My dad likes it, my wife like it.

Would you buy this car again and why?

yes, with the 2.0l diesel and the saloon or estate, the old one.

What are you likely to buy next?

the saloon or a good example of the estate

Type of dealer you bought from?

Independent

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£630

When did you buy the car?

June 2005

Did you get a good deal and why?

yes

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

cheap, good looking, comfy, cheap to run and easy to service

What was the dealer like?

What's it like to drive?

I find it easy, since I grew up driving a Lada 1.2 which develops a good biceps when used a lot in town:), since no power stearing. So, it is easy to drive, the 1.6 pulls quite well, but no muscle car when fully packed, enough for motorways. In town when used for short trips it uses 9L/100km, which is 31mpg. Not too bad, probably better when warmed up properly. Motorway use is a bit noisy, but pulls well in top gear from 60 mph. Top speed easily reacheable, though fastest I drove is 110mph.

What's it like to park?

Good, never had broken into.

Have you had any problems with the car?

yes, the chercoal canister was playing up sometimes, which caused the engine to choke, and it was dangerous . The problem was is probly thr purge valve, but since the canister is no longer in place, the vent tube is block, there is no problem.

What's most practical about your car?

It is very comfortable, good enough for a family, one baby, mum+dad. It can shift us to and from airports. with a roofbox on top, can accomodate 4 adults laguages.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

1.8 engien would be nice, or some cam shaft tweak, some stiffer springs, but the comfortness would be spoilt.