1999 Seat Alhambra S review from UK and Ireland
"Don't hold your breath!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Headlight levelling switch replaced due to failure - 6,000 miles.
Persistant noise from nearside front suspension when turning right - still trying to identify and rectify - from new 0 miles to 19,800 miles.
Drive belt replacement c.6000 miles due to excess wear problem.
Recall due to brake fluid reservoir cap problem - 6,000 miles.
WATER PUMP FAILURE AT 16,000 MILES.
Fuel line problem - sucking in air resulting in 4 BREAKDOWNS before being identified - BY MYSELF - and rectified - 8,000 miles to 19,800 miles.
General comments?
Going by the performance of the first 7 months, the 3 year warranty and good service from the dealer are of paramount importance.
A good car spoilt by being beset by problems and failures from DAY ONE of taking delivery.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 1999 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2000 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.9 turbo diesel Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 1 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 6 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 9 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 20500 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Mondeo |
| Date of Entry | 1st July, 2000 |