Rover 800 Fastback 1991-
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good value now it's out of production.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Constant flow of parts needed + group 17 insurance.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Hard ride and dead steering.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    LSD and turbo make rapid progress no problem.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Average, where other brands are good.

    Image

    1 out of 5 1.0

    'Has been' image, but choose right colour and alloys might make up for this.

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Excellent comfort and space. Hatchback eats luggage.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Remote alarm/immobiliser and deadlocks.

    Service

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Dealerships demoralised, but some still on the ball.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Occassional hesitation when cold.

    Other

    Throttle body needs regular cleaning. Worn shocks tear up tyres at 110,000 miles.

    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