1987 Rover - Austin Montego L review from UK and Ireland
"Underrated and therefore cheap, watch the bodywork though!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Emulsified oil/water emerging from the oil filler cap. Cured by unblocking the breather hose.
Boot lock has come loose - has been replaced at some time because it's a later type.
Headlining is 'flaky' all over.
General comments?
A car that I paid £50 for then welded in two new rear wheel arches and fitted a new rear silencer and battery, and then straight in for an MOT. Passed first time so a total spend of about £200!
Can't grumble at that now surely. I was so worried by its poor reputation that I asked the MOT guy about them before buying - he said there were no real problems except for the rear wheelarches.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6 Manual |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 53000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 54400 miles |
| Previous car | Vauxhall Cavalier 1.6 |
| Date of Entry | 12th March, 2001 |