1969 NSU 1000CS review from UK and Ireland
"Excellent cars, but under-promoted and a little expensive - overshadowed by the inferior VW Beetle"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Windscreen wiper/washer switch failed during a wet journey.
General comments?
Well engineered and well built.
Sporty performance.
Smooth, but noisy (air cooled) engine being unusually advanced for an economy car with five-bearing crank and overhead camshaft.
Handling excellent, but the rear end does break away in extreme circumstances as with most rear-engine cars.
Much better design than the similar concept (air cooled rear engine, backbone chassis, German made) VW Beetle.
Excellent all-round visibility with wrap-round front and rear screens.
Good gearchange for such a remote linkage.
I also had an NSU 1200TT, which is the same car with a 1200cc twin carb. engine. A real Mini 1275GT eater!
They now make Audi cars !
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model Year | 1970 |
| First year of ownership | 1974 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 1977 |
| Engine and transmission | 997cc 4 cylinder ohc air cooled Manual |
| Performance marks | 10/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 9/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 20000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 50000 miles |
| Previous car | Vauxhall Viva |
| Date of Entry | 6th September, 2005 |