1994 Rover - Austin 200 214 sei review from UK and Ireland
"Nice car - CRAP ENGINE"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Head gasket blew after 1 month of purchase - 89500 miles £400.
Had to have new Rad. - 90000 miles £125.
Failed to start on 90500 miles.
New dissy cap/rotor arm fitted £35.
Alternator gave up on 91500 miles - £90.
Clutch failed on 92000 miles - £175.
Gearbox is now playing up at 92100.
General comments?
Why I bothered with a Rover K series engine i'll never know. I knew about the problems with the head gasket, but thought it wouldn't happen to me...
The car is very responsive with crisp handling, 35mpg mixed. Such a shame about the engine. Shame on you rover.
Needless to say I will never ever touch a rover again.
It cost me £700.
The above repairs = £725.
Just part ex'd it for £400! against a mitsubishi carisma.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 1994 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.4 16v petrol Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 0 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 5 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 1 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 89000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 92000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 7th September, 2004 |