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Post by dave1800 on Aug 26, 2013 7:50:17 GMT
Just about sums it up well. The body panels always seemed ultra-thin and the styling left something to be desired. The diesel estate was amazing for economy. David Dad ran a Countryman estate for many years. Quick, economical, rustbox. Sills and rear arches got it in the end. Chris. |
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Post by dave1800 on Aug 26, 2013 7:51:57 GMT
You'll upset Alexander  |
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Post by indianajones on Aug 28, 2013 7:04:33 GMT
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Post by tommydp on Aug 28, 2013 10:57:22 GMT
Well, I'm not the right person to ask. I used to have a 2002 406. Among other things, all wheel bearings failed around 100 000 kms, I had to change the headlamp bulbs almost every month, it was slow, the steering was horrible, as were the brakes, the crankshaft pulley went during a holiday in Sweden (rubber split), it was ice cold in the winter (diesel). All in all, I hated the car and would rather ride a bike. Guess I was unlucky, after all, loads of them have been sold and some are very happy with them. The worst thing it was a genuine 72 000 kms when I bought it! When sold, I think it had done 120 000 something.. I sold the damn thing and bought the Rover 620 TI I still have. It cost around 600 GBP, is ultra reliable and I love it! After the experience with the Peugeot, I won't be seen dead in a French car.
Regards, Tommy
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Post by indianajones on Aug 28, 2013 11:06:18 GMT
All good Tommy, that's the sort of feedback I'm looking for. The problem when asking most people here in NZ is you get the typical "It's European, it'll break, buy a Toyota" response, so I like to ask people in the UK and Europe of their opinions.
Still keen on a diesel manual at this stage, Rover 620 if I can find one.
-Andrew
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Post by tommydp on Aug 28, 2013 11:17:15 GMT
I see:-) Well, at least my experience with the 600 is that they are very reliable. This is my second one. They're getting old, though.. Last ones, like mine, turn 14 yrs now. On the other hand, no reason why they can't stay on the roads for years still, if looked after. We never had the diesel up here. I believe they're reliable. And of course the ordinairy 2 litre is all Honda= reliable. I must say though, I'm impressed by the 2 litre turbo engine, which is a true Rover product. It has never failed me and is not at all heavy on petrol. Expect some oil leaks, though:-)
Tommy
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Post by dave1800 on Aug 28, 2013 12:44:31 GMT
Andrew If you want an unbiased opinion then look at JD Power reliability reports for the last few years; you will see French cars in general do not do so well, which is a shame as they can be quite innovative. David |
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Post by indianajones on Sept 9, 2013 6:13:48 GMT
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Post by Penguin45 on Sept 9, 2013 19:36:25 GMT
Looks like a nice one. Is the Mrs impressed?
Chris.
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Post by indianajones on Sept 9, 2013 20:36:06 GMT
I sent her a link to it, her response was "Oh sh*t, it's here in Dunedin" lol
-Andrew
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Post by Penguin45 on Sept 9, 2013 23:31:37 GMT
Seems pretty good value to me - registration there, WOF and cheap. What's not to like? Chris. |
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Post by indianajones on Sept 10, 2013 0:01:21 GMT
The fact it's an All Aggro? lol
I doubt I'd ever buy one, if I have to deal with Hydragas, I'd only do it for a Princess.
The general view is that the Allegro was a step backwards from the ADO16, I can kinda see why, granted I haven't driven an Allegro yet.
-Andrew
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Post by indianajones on Sept 10, 2013 6:55:12 GMT
On the note of cars, there's a slim chance I might be able to import a diesel 75 after all, the transport authority can allow exceptions if a car fails to meet certain requirements. So i might be able to put a case forward saying it ticks all the boxes apart from meeting Euro IV emissions. mmmmm the chance of owning a diesel 75 estate sounds good  -Andrew |
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Post by dave1800 on Sept 10, 2013 7:49:10 GMT
With respect to all Allegro owners past and present this car above all else to me represents the final nail in the coffin. After the clean lines of the 1100 what on earth could have inspired anyone to make this. Sure the suspension made it ride much better than most of the competition but unlike the Landcrab which has matured with age...... I even saw one here in N Thailand a year or so ago and would not admit to the locals that it was a British car. Sorry. David Seems pretty good value to me - registration there, WOF and cheap. What's not to like? Chris. |
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Post by indianajones on Sept 11, 2013 8:19:41 GMT
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Dad ran a Countryman estate for many years. Quick, economical, rustbox. Sills and rear arches got it in the end.
