1997 Renault Megane RN E PARIS review from UK and Ireland
"Unrealiable"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Leaking oil filter *on day of purchase!*
Head gasket replaced after 2 weeks of ownership.
Wobbly side mirror.
Stitching in rear seats coming loose.
General comments?
I purchased the car after heavy negotiations with the dealer and managed to get £400 knocked off the price and palm off a 1993 Ford Fiesta with worn pistons and a major oil usage issue for a further £275! So I purchased a £2399 car for a measly £1624!
The first 2 faults were covered by my 3 month warranty, but if the warranty hadn't have covered me I would have been deeply embedded in the brown stuff.
Car handles OK, suspension seems a little spongy, but it's a smooth if boring ride.
A little more leg room is needed.
Enough room in the boot to store a dead horse!
I've only had the car 3 weeks and I'm wondering what else is going to go wrong... I'm seriously missing my 1993 J Reg Hyundai Pony 1.5i automatic which was a great car to own and drive.
I'll not be buying Renault again any time in the future.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.4 Manual |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 4/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 78600 miles |
| Most recent distance | 79000 miles |
| Previous car | Hyundai Pony |
| Date of Entry | 30th September, 2003 |