1995 Rover - Austin 400 416 GSi tourer 1.6 from UK and Ireland
Summary:
Great value, but alas no longer made
Faults:
Alternator bearing failed £227, rear silencer (twin pipe) £138.
Rear window regulator siezed due to lack of use.
General Comments:
A great car, but the clutch is starting to judder and the ride is becoming spongey. Parts are expensive, but do not fail that frequently. Use a high quality oil in the Honda engined variant.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 6th July, 2000
6th Feb 2001, 11:37
Your 1990 216 GSi was Honda powered, that's why it was more reliable... Having said that, the Rover K series unit is not bad and most of your problems seem to be non-engine related.