Rover 400 Saloon 416 GSi 4d Auto (1991/H) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Excellent. A high quality car for close to banger prices.
Costs
Servicing can be expensive, as can Honda parts.
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On the road
Driving
Steering too light at high speed.
Performance
Lots of power and great noise.
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Living with it
Reliability
No problems apart from water pump at 120,000 miles and now head gasket at 180,000.
Image
Wolf in sheep's clothing, bit boxy, but otherwise good.
Comfort
Traditional Rover values sound.
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Security and Service
Security
Attempted break-in once by n/s front door, to no avail, but no alarm/immobiliser.
Service
Helpful when pump went, otherwise use local trusted and reliable garage.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Water pump, head gasket, but at 180,000 miles, it's by no means poor.
Other
Sunroof leaked once - fixed by new seal.
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