1999 Rover - Austin 600 DI review from UK and Ireland

Nothing has gone wrong with the car at all. Mind you, I've only had it a month.

Equipped with air-con, but it wasn't working when I bought it. Not needed at the moment though.

The Owners Handbook states that you have to leave the engine running for 10 seconds before turning it off to lubricate the turbo. Sounds a bit antiquated, but I'm getting used to doing it.

Comfortable and reasonably quick, I bought this car as a winter smoker to keep my classic Rover away from the ice and salt.

This particular L series Rover TD has done above average miles, but is very reliable and starts happily enough in sub-zero temperatures. The engine takes a while to heat up from cold (compared to my old winter hack - a Rover Metro 1.1S) but I drive gently for the first 3-4 miles anyway. I'm probably going to convert to running it on bio-diesel rather than "mineral diesel", and can do this without modification.

Rover claimed 50MPG extra-urban, and I managed 45 from my initial full tank - this was 200 miles A roads commuting, and then mostly 80-85mph motorway cruising. Target is 70mpg gentle commutes..!

Cabin space is good with a tall roof. The dashboard layout looks OK, but dated (the car is only 8 years old). I'm not a fan of the stalks for indicators/wipers, but I guess I'll get used to them. Everything appears to be good quality and hard wearing.

Interior comfort is OK, although my car is a bit grubby - there appears to be good rear legroom with the seats back too.