1996 Renault Megane Coupe review from UK and Ireland
"A waste of money"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Catalytic converter has been replaced 4 times since July 2002.
Exhaust mid and back section went at 46000 miles.
Head gasket went at 58000 miles.
Dash lights constantly go out, but come on after you tap/thump the dash.
Ignition coil went at 40000 miles.
Manifold cracked at 41000 miles.
Rattling dash.
Whistling from around window seals at motorway speed.
Rear shock absorbers went at 52000 miles.
General comments?
I bought the car from a Used section of a Renault Dealer. Within the first 4 months the ignition coil, catalytic converter (twice), manifold, rear shock absorbers needed to be replaced. The dealer refused to replace any of the parts. After many telephone calls he finally agreed to pay for some of the parts. Courtesy cars were never there when promised and I ended up taking nine days off work. I would never buy another Renault car and I would never buy another car from this dealer.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 1996 |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6e Manual |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 2 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 5 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 0 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 2 / 10 |
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| Distance when acquired | 40000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 58000 miles |
| Previous car | Toyota Corolla |
| Date of Entry | 31st March, 2004 |