1994 Rover - Austin 600 620 Si 2.0 from Italy
Summary:
Fast and elegant
Faults:
Rear right power lock failed at 190,000 km.
Front CV joints had to be replaced at 210,000 km.
Front right power window failed at 240,000 km.
General Comments:
This car is fast and comfortable. It is suited for long journeys in all conditions of weather. You can drive at 180 km/h on freeways with strong later wind and feel the vehicle running like a train.
Being British born it's very elegant, without being arrogant.
In a couple of occasions brakes locked the front wheels resulting in a crash with the preceding vehicle. I recommend to use very good tires on this car and keep suspensions serviced, in order to lessen the chance of brake locking.
After last crash I decided not to repair the car and buy a new one with ABS.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Don't Know
Review Date: 6th February, 2005
13th Mar 2004, 05:55
With the question regarding tappet noise you will find that it is not the tappets, but piston slap (Honda engine).
This is quite normal and will run like this for the life of the vehicle.
Ex Rover Technical support engineer.