1993 Lada Niva 1600 review from Turkey
"Little 4x4 with a soul"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
A lot for a year.
Windshield replacement (it was broken when I got the car)
Windshield-washer motor replacement
Brake system control, oil replacement carburetor cleaning, wheel-tire control (when I got the car)
Generally rust problems.
**Most Shocking and Important.
-Rear drive-shaft fall down, when driving on hi-way.
-Front diff fall down (diff case cracked), when driving.
General comments?
Buy a Niva if want to love a car.
You must love it, and care about it everyday. Else it will remember that to you.
I got my Niva in very bad condition, because I need immediately a car and I have got enough money only for a broken niva. (ca $3000)
I planned for driving it for 3 months and then buy another car. But I love this car.
It's not so bad in town, and great on terrain. You can go everywhere you want. (for example; to a construction site (my workplace) : where 2.5 ton 2500cc turbo-diesel 4x4 Nissan Skystar stuck in mud)
So I love it more, I plan now for a complete motor and body repair.
PS: Forget about comfort, when you think about a Niva.
Forget about speed, when you think about a Niva.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Model Year | 1993 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6 Manual |
| Performance marks | 9/10 |
| Reliability marks | 8/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 150000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 170000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Fiat 131 |
| Date of Entry | 26th March, 2005 |