1988 Rover - Austin Maestro Van Den Plas review from UK and Ireland
"Cheap, fast and roomy. Outruns BMW's!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Faulty thermostat.
Crash damage to near side front wing and bonnet.
Head Gasket is just developing a leak.
General comments?
I had an Austin Maestro 1.3 CITY x before this one, and it lasted 4 years and 50,000 miles without hardly a problem. It was economical, reliable and it wasn't exactly fast, but it kept up with most cars. and even though it is now 14 years old it still has no rust. Yes, I still have it! Anyone want it?
Now I have a 1.6 Van Den Plas, and I am very, very impressed with it. It's quick, responsive, economical, roomy, comfortable, and for a 1980's car it's quite luxurious.
The head gasket is just starting to leak, and yes that is a pain, but you have to expect these things with a 13 year old car, and after I've sorted it I'm hoping it will see at least another 4 yrs of life in it.
If you are looking for a cheap, fast car, then this is the one for you!
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1988 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6 (S Series) Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 52000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 56000 miles |
| Previous car | Rover - Austin Maestro |
| Date of Entry | 5th May, 2001 |