1995 Lada Riva Saloon review from UK and Ireland
"A cheap disposable motor - if that's what you need"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The biggest problem has been electrical gremlins due to the cheap build quality of the wiring loom - sorted with minimal financial outlay but a few choice words!!
Starter motor failed - (£15 scrap yard replacement).
Rust, rust, rust, rust, rust, rust.
General comments?
A leisurely, wallowy ride, surely a 1.5 engine should manage 70mph on a motorway? - Shouldn't it?
Rear suspension is very poor - with 2 adults in the rear or a full boot the rear mudflaps scrape the floor at every corner - I was pulled for overloading once with an empty boot!
The bodywork has negligible protection against the elements - I heard a rumour that the manufacturer was giving away free body filler with every model purchased!
Fuel consumption is awful - my 1979 Land Rover does more MPG.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 1995 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.5 petrol Manual |
| Performance marks | 5 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 49000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 55000 miles |
| Previous car | Skoda Rapid |
| Date of Entry | 27th September, 2001 |