Citroën XM Hatchback 3.0 V6 Si 5d (1989/G) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Terrible depreciation, but wonderful value when buying a used one with history.
Costs
Yeah, it's complicated and you need a friendly specialist to help keep costs down.
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On the road
Driving
It drives like a dream. I am sure there's still some Maserati in this old engine.
Performance
Extremely fast (it can use 90% of the speedo range within seconds) and it growls!
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Living with it
Reliability
Ok if you learn to accept that its systems were years ahead of anything else.
Image
Yeah, still looks sort of retro-futuristic to me but I am biased.
Comfort
Cannot be beaten when suspension is serviced.
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Security and Service
Security
Old ones can be opened with a screwdriver in the lock
Service
The main dealers are good for advice and general service, but too pricey for servicing old cars.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
I wish I could afford to tune the manually adjusted valves.
Other
Suspension needs continual minor servicing or it will go 'hard' and some moving parts may seize.
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