Rover 400 Saloon 1990-
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    A real bargain for the drive quality. I was told to avoid high mileage unless it has FSH.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Not bad fuel costs. Serviceable parts are cheap i.e. tyres, oil filter and air filter. Be wary of engine parts 'cos, like I said, it's basically a Honda. Expect Honda prices.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very smooth. Honda engine helps. Same engine used in the Honda Civic. 'Nuff Said.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Surprising. First and third gears offer the most fun, especially after 4000rpm. Still plenty of pull in 5th at 70 too, which is nice.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Never had a major problem.

    Image

    2 out of 5 2.0

    It's a Rover saloon. Honda engine, 118bhp, 16v, 0-60 in 10secs... but it's a Rover. I think it depends on your age. Looks quite nice lowered.

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    I have driven this car for a non-stop 6 hour period on a long journey and found it to be an extremely comfy car, even though I have bad knee joints and back. I cannot stress enough how comfy this car is to drive.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    It has alarm/immobiliser, but if you like your car it's always best to get something extra, steering lock bar for example. State of a nation unfortunatly.

    Service

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Very helpful with any questions.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Solenoid on starter motor decided to shut up shop. Easily replaced, but motor factor price was silly - get a second hand one from scrap yard for around a fiver.

    Other

    Just a niggly problem that the buzzer to tell you that the lights have been left on when you open the dor no longer works. Not major, but I have to fix it, cos I'm a bugger for leaving lights on.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes