Rover 200 Hatchback (1995 - 2000) 220 D Turbo 5d (1996/P) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Cheapskate? Can't say i was worried though, it looked ok when i remembered to wash it. No-one buys a diesel to make a statement.

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

Would you buy this car again and why?

No, but only because the boot is not quite big enough - My wife still has her R reg version of the same car, and the fact that we bought 2 is testament to it's ease of ownership.

What are you likely to buy next?

Just bought a C5 - for it's size. diesel of course

Type of dealer you bought from?

Didn't buy from a dealer

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£900

When did you buy the car?

January 2004

Did you get a good deal and why?

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

price, good mpg, liked looks

What was the dealer like?

What's it like to drive?

Better than the Rover image most people have. It cornered well, rode well, and had excellent torque - and a well judged turbo that was ready when you were

What's it like to park?

easy

Have you had any problems with the car?

Never missed a beat in 2 years

What's most practical about your car?

50 mpg without trying

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Base model... didn't have any!