1997 Proton Persona XLi review from Australia and New Zealand
"A excellent overall car, suitable for any type of person"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Boot Leaked through lights.
Air-con Belt made noise when on.
Few plastic noises (speaker covers, hatch back panel etc)
General comments?
Excellent car with great fuel econ. (city or highway driving) and neat to look at - also can get car kits for them to make them sporty.
If have noisy belts, ask at your local car accessory place (in Aust. Repco, Super Cheap, Auto-Barn, K-mart etc) for a spray that stops slipping, however it could be little splits in the rubber, this will need replacing - ask at a service.
Hunt for plastic noises and fix them with screws, hot glue, or silicone if you want to get at the speakers or panels later on :)
Silicone (water proof glue suitable for plastic) around lights under back hatch panel. Had to get at, but just keep pushing your hand up to make sure you got enough around them.
If you keep up services, and look after it, you will be thankful in the long run.
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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 | 1.6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 10/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 75000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 86000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Mazda 626 |
| Date of Entry | 23rd September, 2002 |