1997 Rover - Austin 200 Si review from UK and Ireland
"Nippy and affordable"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The alternator went along with fan belts, surprisingly expensive to repair, required Japanese parts, over £200.
New battery.
Full new exhaust system (excl. manifold)
New front brakes.
General comments?
Good looking small car in 3dr with metallic blue paint and alloys.
Very nippy in high rev. s for a 1.4. Certainly the best perfomer for its insurance group (Grp 6). Handles OK for small family car.
Economical if driven sensibly. Plenty of creature comforts E/W, E/Sunroof, R/C/L, Alarm immobiliser etc.
Some parts expensive, but generally reliable.
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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 | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.4 16v Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 41000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 48500 miles |
| Previous car | Volvo 480 |
| Date of Entry | 20th February, 2003 |