Rover 600 623i S 4d (2002/51) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
A lot of car for not a lot of money.
Costs
It's based on a Honda, so it is fine. Less than a Beemer.
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On the road
Driving
This is the car before the manic 620ti. Still entertaining handling in the corners, but steering too light. You won't get bored.
Performance
135mph, 8.2 secs, 32.1mpg. 5-speed sports box. Quick enough without having to worry about that £1K turbo bill!! A 'Q' Car without the turbo downsides. The best of the 600 series I think.
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Living with it
Reliability
It's a sweet 2.3 16v Honda unit, so no worries for 158bhp. Same engine as in Prelude. Loves Revs! Use semi-synthetic oil (10-40). Make sure all electrics work before you buy.
Image
Forget the pipe and slippers image and possible public ridicule. Image costs and you worry where you park. In fact that's the point - it doesn't attract attention...
Comfort
1/2 leather, air-bag and air-con. Handles fine with sports set-up; just that light steering and tyre roar. Not a quiet cruiser and little rear legroom.
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Security and Service
Security
Immobiliser as standard. That's it. But who who want to nick one?
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Rear doors sqeak.
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