Rover 200 Hatchback (1995 - 2000) 214 Si 16V 5d (1996/P) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Great for young drivers though rovers "old mans" image is unwanted and unecessary for the bubble shape shape 200.

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

Most thought i was mad to even consider buying a rover.

Would you buy this car again and why?

I would not buy this car agian unless i was capable of changing a head gasket or even the whole engine - rovers k-series engine is too unreliable

What are you likely to buy next?

Already bought a Fiat Bravo 1.6 100 HLX

Type of dealer you bought from?

Independent

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£1,000

When did you buy the car?

August 2006

Did you get a good deal and why?

Car looked in good condition with low mileage. Looked like a good deal at the time but regreted it a short time after.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Practical. Nice nippy engine. Capable and safe. Looks good in metalic grey/black. Good level of equipment on the mid range model.

What was the dealer like?

Nice and friendly. Seemed to know what he was doing.

What's it like to drive?

Nice and comfortable on long journeys. Fast when pushed. Beats many 1.6 and 1.8 engine cars.

What's it like to park?

Very easy to park with all round good visibility. Large rear windscreen. Small enough not to cause problems when parking.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Wot didnt go wrong??? Starter motor and batery replaced 5 days after buying the car. Gearbox and clutch replaced less than 3 months afterwards. All under warranty. About 10 months after buying the car....complete catastophic meltdown of the engine...otherwise known as headgasket failure.

What's most practical about your car?

Roomy 5 door car. Willing and capable engine. Low insurance costs for young drivers.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Electric windows/ sunroof Power steering Remote central locking