1995 Renault 19 RN review from UK and Ireland
What things have gone wrong with the car?
8,000 miles - Speedometer replaced.
14,000 miles - Water pump failed, unfortunately whilst on holiday in France (Renault parts not much cheaper in France than UK, and labour is expensive).
22,000 miles - Rear tailgate needed re-wiring because trunk wiring was being caught when tailgate was shut, resulting in rear wiper, washer and heated window failing.
24,000 miles - Catalytic converter failed (ouch!).
25,000 miles - still as yet undiagnosed grinding & banging noise from gear box, unable to reproduce and garage can not find fault. Very disconcerting.
General comments?
This is my second Renault 19. I like all the features: power steering, electric wing mirrors/windows/sun roof. Don't like the performance much, a bit too sluggish at low revs. Once you're going it's a nice to drive, comfortable and handles well at speed. My first 19 was reliable, this one is a bit of a disaster.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 1995 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.4e |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 3 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 9 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
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| Date of Entry | 29th July, 1999 |