1989 Trabant 601 S review from Germany
"A real character car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Exhaust blown - easily welded.
Rear fog light had to be fitted for the British MOT.
"Problem" with the windscreen washer pump handle from the inside - leaking - still to be rectified.
General comments?
Consider we are really lucky to have one.
Superb condition, think we may get another one and keep this one under wraps.
Really good fun.
Brought it back from Bavaria just a few weeks ago, the man at Customs wanted it!!
Don't knock them until you have actually got one - they are really brilliant.
We are looking for a Tramp if anyone can help.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Year of manufacture | 1989 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2000 |
| Engine and transmission | 0.6 Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 6 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 10000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 11000 kilometres |
| Date of Entry | 22nd November, 2000 |