Rover 400 Saloon 420 GSi Cat 4d (1995/N) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Full electric kit, 1/2 leather interior, not bad value for money. However I bought the last of the old shape and this didn't have as favourable resale value.
Costs
Only had to buy tyres and an alternator in 3 years of ownership. I was impressed.
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On the road
Driving
Feels like you are driving a waterbed with its wallowy suspension. Oversteer on cornering. Not the best driving experience if you want to go over 30mph.
Performance
2.0 137bhp goes pretty well for a Grandad car.
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Living with it
Reliability
No problems except when alternator failed.
Image
You need a flat cap and walking stick to really fit the image of this car. My 10 year old kid even calls it an old man car!
Comfort
Driving position comfortable. Could have done with air con due to being black and absorbing heat like mad. Leather seats also dangerous in the sun, give out 3rd degree burns when wearing shorts.
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Security and Service
Security
Dont think it is possible to break into whilst holding a zimmer frame. No problems.
Service
Promised the earth, didn't get sh**.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Social drinker of oil.
Other
Alternator replaced after 60k miles.
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