Citroen BX Hatchback
  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    I got a mechanically sound one for £300. Though now starting to go wrong.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Parts are expensive, though can be sourced cheap from a breakers yard. Fuel economy excellent.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Great ride, smooth as a baby's bottom.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Easily keeps up with modern 1.4 16V around town, though lags behind from 40mph. Nice turn of speed from 70mph.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Always gets me home, but sometimes only just. For £300, still very good, but old car syndrome kicks in.

    Image

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Described as an aqua car once, not cool but who cares?!

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    The only car you can sit in for 5 hours straight and not get backache for less than £100k.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Chronic security, but then who's gonna nick it? Not exactly a joy-riders target!

    Service

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Specialist is very good, but DIY much better option.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Carb clogs easily, many electrical parts on the way out.

    Other

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes