1992 Renault 19 RN review from UK and Ireland
"Unreliable with added water problems"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Radiator went in the first week.
Starting problems, had the alternator and all the battery terminals & electrics tested. No problems found, but the car would still not start.
Ball joints replaced twice.
Water leaks from sun roof and roof, the water actually filled the whole car up with a puddle.
Gear stick rubs on the exhaust pipe, creating a knocking sound.
Steering vibration and the whole dash vibrates when you get over 70mph.
Poor take off in first gear - no power.
Central locking no longer works.
General comments?
Would make a good family car, cheap to run, cheap on insurance.
Not very reliable, best to carry a set of jump leads or a spare battery...
Car is sluggish and not very comfortable.
Bought an expensive sound system which got ruined from the water logging.
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| First year of ownership | 1997 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.9 diesel Manual |
| Performance marks | 3/10 |
| Reliability marks | 2/10 |
| Comfort marks | 5/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 9/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 20000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 128000 miles |
| Previous car | Vauxhall Nova |
| Date of Entry | 28th January, 2002 |