Renault 19 Hatchback 1989-
  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Dad got it for £600 - not bad for a car the same age as me!

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Seemed reliable, although on cold mornigns it wouldnt always start.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Unruly engine noise but feels indecently fast - it had a CHOKE!

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    90bhp engine indecently fast for a 1700.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Did not always start in mornings and steering rack squeaked.

    Image

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Ok for a Thatcher years car, but looks tired agaisnt modern Renaults.

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Loved the 80s interior (grey black and yellow) and the comfy seats.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Hardly an M3 so chavs wont nick it.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Wouldn't always start up.

    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?

    No