1972 Reliant Regal 3/30 review from North America
"Funny little car that REALLY gets the attention here in the US, but it really isn't much of a car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Brakes needed replacing. They would lock up as they got hot. Couldn't loosen them.
Oil light came on when it got hot.
General comments?
Bought car unseen from Quay in England and had it shipped to US. Cars condition was not as represented mechanically. Pretty well worn out.
Parts hard to get in the US.
Fun for about a week, then the novelty wore out.
A bit tough to work on since the engine is crammed in to such a small space.
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | Reliant Manual |
| Performance marks | 3/10 |
| Reliability marks | 4/10 |
| Comfort marks | 6/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 55000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 65000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Ford Model T |
| Date of Entry | 1st September, 2003 |