1983 Rover - Austin Mini Mayfair review from UK and Ireland
"Brilliant handling, poor speed"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Water pump x 2.
Radiator hose.
General overheating.
The car leaked too which was hard to fix.
General comments?
It's a pretty noisy car and rider comfort is minimal. Not a winter car by any means.
The handling of the car is second to none and it could outcorner a 911, but it just doesn't have the speed to back it up.
Get some 12/13 inch wheels and bigger arches, and you're away!!
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Year of manufacture | 1983 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2000 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.0 petrol Manual |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 2 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 4 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 6 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 75000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 78000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 16th November, 2000 |