1999 Citroen Saxo East Coast review from UK and Ireland
"A good performer for a 1.1! Scary in the wet! Few problems but a good first car!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Brake lights failure.
Light steering, but the car doesn't have power steering.
Interference from the alternator with the stereo.
Weak brakes.
Lack of engine power at mid-range sometimes.
Most problems fixed by Citroen, although this has happened in with similar Saxos of the same model. Citroen staff lie about the faults. Once even saying "The brakes on Saxos aren't that good!"
Car to be serviced soon, stereo to be fixed, engine to be checked due to power. This happened since a long motorway run! Between 80-100mph for about an hour!
General comments?
Car in general is good, great when running low on petrol.
Hits 60 in just over 12 seconds! But is like a ice-skate when it has been raining! Especially around islands. Great for chucking around corners! Attracts tailgaters! I don't look 19, so having the green metallic colour hides me well from the Police! Never been stopped yet, even when they followed me with no brake lights at night!
Nice 2 years free insurance!!!
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1999 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2000 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.1i petrol Manual |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 6 miles |
| Most recent distance | 6300 miles |
| Date of Entry | 10th September, 2000 |