1993 Rover - Austin 800 820i review from Netherlands
"Big car for small money"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I had to replace the radiator because it was really gone. Three oil leaks were found, but these are minor (and very expensive to repair), so there's no hurry there. The powered window at the driver's site something refuses to close, but this happens mostly when it's warm (no problem this Summer!).
General comments?
I first was looking for a cheap Volvo 940, but then I found a real cheap, big and well-maintained car...
This Rover is not sophisticated, but drives really nice. Although it would be good if the engine made a little less noise on the motorway.
Furthermore spacious, fast, exclusive (only four other Rover 800s in my town), good looking and reliable. The yearly APK (MOT) was no problem. No repairs there.
Although not as nice as my brother's Rover P5 3.0, I'm really happy to own this Rover.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0i-16v Manual |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 165700 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 174850 kilometres |
| Previous car | Opel Vectra |
| Date of Entry | 19th July, 2002 |