1997 Rover - Austin 200 Vi review from UK and Ireland
"Good cheapish all rounder, to get you from A to B, FAST!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Nothing! Should hope not, I've only had it a month!
General comments?
Good all rounder, especially fuel consumption for the amount of miles I do in it and considering it's a performance car.
1.8 VVC engine, K-series engines rock! 0-60mph in around 7.5 seconds, though I've not timed it, yet!
Handles better with 17" wheels on it and will be even better when I get it lowered and add uprated shocks.
Very nice interior, Rover was starting to get things right with this car. Electric everything! NOTE: You must look after the bodywork. Though it's OK when you give it some TLC, don't let it put you off.
Can hear a slight tapping from the engine when warm, don't know whether it's the tappets, if it has them or whether it's the VVC side of things working away. Anybody know?
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1997 |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8 VVC Manual |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 28000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 31000 miles |
| Previous car | Rover - Austin Metro |
| Date of Entry | 18th May, 2001 |