1979 Lada 2103 review from Australia and New Zealand
"This car is cheap to maintain and very reliable transport"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The drivers seat has parted at the seam.
Heater cock leaked when I first brought it.
General comments?
This car was very cheap and runs very well for it's age.
It has had very little done to it except normal maintenance, this model was one of the best ones made in the times of the Soviet Union.
The leaking heater cock problem was overcome with using a better suited antifreeze and have had no problems since.
So long as these cars are maintained as per the handbook then it should last for ages.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1979 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | Manual |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 159000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 173000 miles |
| Previous car | Lada 2103 |
| Date of Entry | 5th June, 2004 |