1992 Proton Mpi SE review from UK and Ireland
"Cheap and cheerful runabout, which is let down by it's engine and poor quality plastics"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Body work panels became scruffy and dented surprisingly easily.
Much of the plastic trim fell off within the first year.
New starter motor was fitted in 1998.
New radiator fitted after other over-heated on my way to work three years ago.
Seats are fraying an beginning to look tatty.
Also the usual things like the exhaust was replaced.
General comments?
The cars performance was pathetic in comparison to my Volvo, which was stolen.
The engine is reliable and quite economic though it is gutless.
The equipment levels however were fairly good.
It is cheap and quite good value for money, though servicing and certain parts are getting a little expensive.
The cabin is gloomy and the cheap nasty plastics do not help.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Year of manufacture | 1992 |
| First year of ownership | 1996 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.5 petrol Manual |
| Performance marks | 4 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 5 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
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| Distance when acquired | 45000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 115000 miles |
| Previous car | Volvo 940 |
| Date of Entry | 6th July, 2005 |