1989 Citroen BX GTi 8v review from UK and Ireland
"Cheap, fast, comfortable cruiser"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Valve stem seals.
Low pressure return pipes.
Alternator.
Rear suspension arm bearings.
Interior bulbs.
Brake pads.
General comments?
The repair list looks quite horrific for a car I've only owned for a year, but I think the costs can be offset by the very low purchase price of this model.
All repairs & servicing have been done by myself. If you don't indulge in D.I.Y mechanics I would avoid this model like the plague!
The previous owner had a lot of major repairs done on the car by a garage e.g clutch, suspension work & exhaust. When the valve stem seals failed I suppose he decided to get rid of it. He had spent over a thousand pounds on it less than a year.
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| Year of manufacture | 1989 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2000 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.9 Manual |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4 / 10 |
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| Distance when acquired | 100000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 120000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Sierra |
| Date of Entry | 31st May, 2000 |