1995 Renault 19 RSi review from UK and Ireland
"A very comfortable but unreliable car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Rev counter at 60k.
Clutch mechanism stiff at 60k.
Water pump at 70k and 90k.
Radiator fan at 100k.
Rear brake cylinders at 80k.
Electric window motor at 120k.
Constant oil leaks.
Anti-roll bar bushings at 60k and 100k.
Boot lock came off at 80k.
Leak in the roof.
Stone chip damage to the front of the car.
General comments?
A lovely car when new. Very comfortable and solid on the road.
Engine is a bit noisy and underpowered (1.4 for a heavy body).
Rear legroom is very poor.
Reliablity is very, very poor.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 1995 |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.4 petrol Manual |
| Performance marks | 5 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 3 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 3 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 57000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 123000 miles |
| Previous car | Opel Kadett |
| Date of Entry | 25th April, 2001 |