Rover Mini 1988-

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Quite a few goodies for the money.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Insurance is quite high and can be heavy on petrol if driven hard.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Magnificent fun on corners especially with those big 13" wheels.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Sluggish unless foot is to the floor or it is kept a high reves.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    A few minor glitches.

    Image

    5 out of 5 5.0

    It's the car to be seen in, fantastic image

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Front seats are okay and back also okay just too much for long journeys.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Standard Rover fitted alarm and engine immobliser.

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Absolute rubbish, we were messed around for weeks and the salesmen were useless and couldn't care less. A lot to answer for.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    New radiator, fan, engine mountins, reluctant to start on occasions.

    Other

    CD player broke and passenger door wouldn't lock/unlock with key.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    New

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes