2002 Lada Niva review from Croatia
"I am in love"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
1. engine oil pressure line to engine head broke
2. alternator problems (now an Opel alternator)
3. new clutch on 50 000 km
4. starter motor brake down (replaced)
5. cracked wind screen wiper fluid canister
6. outtake manifold next to engine block cracked
(replaced+2 gaskets)
7. new clutch on 75 000 km
8. propeller shaft service
9. semi-propeller shaft failure (between the
transmission an reducer box) replaced
10. central linking rod between front wheels for
steering replaced two times replaced
11. idle engine speed problem - latest
12. fuel smell since brand new
13. 4th gear not working properly
14. rust is a big problem (have to paint car every
spring)
General comments?
Do not by it unless you really love cars, and understand them. great for off-road with proper tires. not those russian things.
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model Year | 2003 |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2008 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.7 i Manual |
| Performance marks | 6/10 |
| Reliability marks | 4/10 |
| Comfort marks | 3/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 3/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 0 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 89000 kilometres |
| Date of Entry | 22nd January, 2008 |