1987 Citroen BX GTi review from UK and Ireland
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Clutch at 65k, brake pads and discs at 69k.
Suspension pump makes loud clicking sounds fairly regularly (new pump reqd). Suspension spheres became too firm at 60k. Various suspension pipes have blown off, easily traceable.
Intermittant elec. problem to fuel pump, car stalls. Front seats have sagged (replaced easily). When I bought the car (£750 4 years ago) there was a rust hole in the subframe, got it fixed for about £20 and it gave no further trouble.
General comments?
This was my third BX. I know the marque fairly well and still quite like them. Good engines and transmissions, perform well and are smooth and robust. Bodywork is generally good, but can get a bit rough at the edges. Better constructed and stronger than some people think. Powerful engine, but handling is not tops. Nice styling. They are decent cars and people should not be put off by the hydraulic set up. I recently traded up to an R21 estate as I needed more space.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1987 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.9 8v petrol |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 3 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
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| Date of Entry | 3rd December, 1998 |