1988 Renault 19 TS 1.4 petrol

Faults:

Leak from cooling system 45k miles.

Clutch cable broke 50k miles - should have been repaired under recall but was finally repaired foc by dealer.

Door locks a problem throughout owning car.

Choke linkage fell off 70k.

Oil leak from head gasket 95k miles.

General Comments:

Owned from 30k miles to 105k miles.

Very comfortable car, but too many mechanical build standard problems. Became a bit of a rattler during later years, although body work remained immaculate.

Excellent dealer service but pricey.

Basic car but good work - horse over the years. Solid feel on the road.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 14th December, 1997