Rover 75 Tourer (2001 - 2004) 2.0 CDT Connoisseur 5d (2003/03) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
There goes a sensible motorist!
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
My boys think it is an "old Mans car" my wife loves it. and the neighbour's don't comment- they are too polite!
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes if it were possible.It has been a great car to own and drive; shame Rover went bust.
What are you likely to buy next?
Who knows ? I am currently considering options, maybe the Honda CivicTourer will appeal when seen in the metal in 2014. I could "downsize".
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchised
Did you buy this car new?
Yes
What price did you pay?
£18,000
When did you buy the car?
March 2003
Did you get a good deal and why?
Yes after negotiation.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Just had 5 series BMW Tourer written off and needed urgent replacement at the time the Rover was a good deal.
What was the dealer like?
Fine , old established dealer. since gone into liquidation!
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Very smooth and comfortable.A great Motor way Cruiser.
What's it like to park?
Difficult has no parking aid.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Clutch replaced, and 2 master cylinders, 3 road springs( don't you just love potholes?) Cruise no longer works.
What's most practical about your car?
Useful estate but I'm not a believer in lugging around large items.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Xpower chipped from new -an essential option on the CDT to improve BHP.
