1978 Chrysler Alpine GLS review from UK and Ireland
"An adequate family car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Head gasket blew at 70,000 miles.
Cassette player kept chewing up tapes and was replaced at 84,000 miles.
Interior trim was very flimsy and easily breakable. (I dislodged some of the interior trim when loading a push chair into the boot!)
Seats were very badly worn when I bought the car and I seriously considered replacing them more than once.
General comments?
The Alpine wasn't at all a bad car, but in no way was it outstanding.
Its reliability wasn't too bad considering its age and mileage.
It was a bit flimsy, but I have been in worse built cars.
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| First year of ownership | 1985 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 1988 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.5 petrol Manual |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 7/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 58000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 95000 miles |
| Previous car | Rover - Austin Allegro |
| Date of Entry | 27th February, 2006 |