1988 Trabant 601 review from UK and Ireland
"Don't mock until you've had one"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Brakes always failed the MOT.
Starter motor failed, fitted a new one.
Front and rear lights, earth problems, now fixed.
Door lock does not work.
Other car hit the passenger door, had to replace a panel and respray.
General comments?
Nice little car for both town and long distance. Have always found it confortable.
Lots of room in the front, no room in the back!
Always starts, always gets people asking questions, always fun to drive and work on.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1988 |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 0.6 two stroke Manual |
| Performance marks | 3 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 70000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 10000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Trabant 601 |
| Date of Entry | 13th September, 2001 |