1988 Citroen AX RE review from UK and Ireland
"A very economical, fun, first car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The engine head warped due to excess heat, a result of the fan connection falling out of it's socket. The head gasket blew because of this warping, at 102000 miles.
The coil failed at 103000 miles.
Brake disc's and pad's replaced at 103500 miles.
General comments?
The Citroen Ax is a very economical car.
It is very easy to drive, the steering is light and very responsive.
The suspension is too soft, therefore the ride can be uncomfortable.
There is a lot of space in the cabin for such a small car.
It's mechanically very simple, and can be repaired at home easily.
Since the above repairs it has started every time, first time.
Acceleration is poor and this makes overtaking very difficult.
The four gears are good for town, but struggle on the motorway.
Torque at low speeds in second and fourth gear is very poor.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.1 Manual |
| Performance marks | 6/10 |
| Reliability marks | 7/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 102000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 106000 miles |
| Previous car | Vauxhall Astra |
| Date of Entry | 14th June, 2001 |