1995 Citroen ZX Memphis review from UK and Ireland

Radio-cassette player has not worked since buying the car and even a Citroen dealer can't fix it.

Glow plugs needed replacing at 50,000 miles.

Indicator "clicker" clicks all the time when driving on bumpy roads.

Power steering pump replaced due to leak at about 55,000 miles.

Handling is excellent, being safe and fun at the same time; the passive rear wheel steer really works and makes the chassis feel communicative.

Noise levels at low speed are too high due to a lack of insulation on this trim level (my friend's ZX Aura seems much quieter). At high speeds refinement seems to improve.

The driving position is not ideal for people with long legs and the seat lacks thigh support, but otherwise the controls are well laid out and the interior is of reasonable quality for a cheap car.

The engine is a peach. It has plenty of torque, enabling quick, but effortless progress. It is very durable; I have owned Citroens with this engine in the past which have done inter-galactic mileages without ever missing a beat.

A pity the styling is a bit dull.