1997 Renault Scenic RN review from UK and Ireland
"Brillant idea ruined by appalling build quality"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Oil leaks from rocker box twice, battery failure (expensive to replace because it's a sealed unit under the drivers seat), broken down due to faulty wiring on fusebox, exhaust backbox failure after 15 months!
Locked me out at 2am (keyfob reprogrammed), niggling squeaks and rattles, alarm goes off in heavy rain and sometimes activates at random (still not right fron new after 3 years).
Poor paintwork, scratches very easily.
General comments?
Dreadful service from the dealers. All they want to do is charge you more money.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 1997 |
| First year of ownership | 1997 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2000 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6e Manual |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 2 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 2 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 1 / 10 |
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| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 19000 miles |
| Previous car | Rover - Austin 214GSi |
| Date of Entry | 18th May, 2000 |