1989 Lada Samara GL review from UK and Ireland
"Cheap and economic and a good runabout around the town"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
After one year the starter motor failed.
After around 30,000 miles the electrics started to become a little faulty and these negling problems continued until it was taken of the road in 2001.
The left screen-wiper fell of in 1997 and the right one a few months later.
The seats became worn after 7 years and looked tatty.
It became rusty after a while it was certainly evident in 2000.
Gearbox replaced at 130,000 miles and other routine things with cars.
Engine began to become rattly and rather noisy at 100,000 miles. Though it was not using much fuel and was not too smoocky until it reached 150,000 miles.
General comments?
This car is nippy around town and handles reasonably well.
The interior however could be a little more sophisticated.
The car is not too good on motorways as it is not quick enough.
It is quite reliable though it does require more regular servicing after 100,000 miles.
It does require some electrical work quite often as the electrics are a little poor.
However it is cheap to run reasonably economic and lasts well if looked after properly.
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| Year of manufacture | 1989 |
| First year of ownership | 1989 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.5i Manual |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 5 / 10 |
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| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
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| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 157000 miles |
| Previous car | Lada Samara |
| Date of Entry | 22nd October, 2004 |