1998 Renault Megane RN review from Isle of Man
"A nice car with a major design problem"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Despite being entirely happy with the car, the gearbox (automatic) starting 'snapping' when going into (D) rive from either (N) eutral or (R) everse. On taking it to our local Renault Dealer today, we were informed that it needs a new gearbox - cost - £1,800. This all despite the fact that the car has only done 21,000 miles and was previously owned by a 'Motability' driver.
Drivers of Megane Automatics please beware.
General comments?
Drivers of Automatics please beware.
This is going to be a costly exercise, considering that the new gearbox will cost approximately 40% of the original purchase price!
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| Overall a nice car, but not sure about the long term durability |
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| Reliable, comfortable, all round excellent value |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Year of manufacture | 1998 |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | Automatic Don't Know |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 10500 miles |
| Most recent distance | 21000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Fiesta |
| Date of Entry | 12th July, 2002 |