Austin Maestro Hatchback
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Absolute bargain.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Extremely reasonable.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Good old plodder.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Ideal for around town.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    It doesn't like damp mornings.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Improving as they get scarcer.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    It's ideal for me, very comfortable to drive.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Typical for a car of that time.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Intermittent periods of por acceleration.

    Other

    New clutch at 77,000 miles.

    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