1998 Renault Scenic RT Alize review from UK and Ireland
"The car is an unreliable wreck which I like other than its off the road more than its on it"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I have had to replace the complete front suspension system at 50,000 miles.
At 55,000 miles I had to replace the radiator, fan switch and thermostat.
Furthermore I replace CV boots (joints) track rod ends and disks and brake pads at 60,000 miles.
Now at 100,000 miles The cylinder head gasket has blown.
General comments?
I was generally pleased with the car at first as it was luxury inside.
Since running it all over the country was cheap (fuel economy) I had no quibbles.
That was until every penny I had was thrown at it to keep it on the road.
My brother whom is a parts manager at a well known chain has told me that the things that have happened to my car are fairly common.
My advice would be to stay clear of this particular model especially after about 40,000 miles as you are more than likely going to have to spend your well earned cash on it.
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| Model year | 1998 |
| Year of manufacture | 1998 |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6 Manual |
| Performance marks | 6 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 2 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
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| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 38000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 100300 miles |
| Previous car | Fiat Stilo |
| Date of Entry | 22nd January, 2006 |