Rover 400 Saloon 1990-
  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Bargain if buying second-hand, bad if bought from new.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Quite thirsty, but acceptable.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Still on origional suspension, could do with stiffening and definatley lowering.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Quickest 2-litre I've driven in a while. Have embarassed a few BMW320i owners.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Starts first time, every time.

    Image

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Dated, but still nice in my eyes. Gives the mates a laugh.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Soft ride, bit old man-ish.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Not the best, but I have seen worse.

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Never dealt with dealer.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Head gasket and crank seals leak badly.

    Other

    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