1994 Renault Safrane RT Executive review from UK and Ireland
"Despite the minor things this car is a splendid peace of machinery"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Had to change oil pan gasket at 127000, replaced it myself.
There is a short circuit or loose contact somewhere in the air conditioning control panel, because sometimes you need to tap on the screen for it to light up.
Few times air conditioning stopped working, the display showed that the service is required, The problem's gone while I was checking the fuses, I believe, by taking one of the fuses, I reset the dash board computer.
When bought the car had to flush the water system, because previous owner drove too long with the simple water, and it got rusted.
Changed the rear shock absorbers.
Fuel injection system needs to be tuned, considering that nothing has been done for ten years.
Dash board shows the problem with the electrical circuit, but never found out what it is. I strongly believe, that on board computer needs to be checked.
At 127000 left rear wheel bearing started making noises when traveling at 70 miles per hour.
General comments?
In overall the car is unbelievably nice and reliable.
Very comfortable seats.
High quality interior finish.
Handles very well.
Despite the 2.2 liters engine, you will not get the desired torque when starting from standing position. You will not win in drag racing.
But you will not want to get out of the car after the long journey, because it is very comfortable long distance cruiser.
The default audio system pleasantly surprises you with genuine quality sound speakers.
However petrol consumption is 21.5 miles per gallon (MPG), this index should rise to a 30 MPG after tuning the injection system.
I have sold this car recently, at this moment my wife needs the car more, and she wants a smaller one.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1994 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.2 petrol Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 117000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 127000 miles |
| Previous car | Volkswagen Golf |
| Date of Entry | 11th March, 2005 |