Common problems on a 197 ?

[chris1888-197]

Hi all since owning my 197 from January 12 I have had all the brembo brake pads and discs replaced and timing belt done when purchased then 3 weeks into owning the car found the exhaust manifold was split also replaced under warranty. 3 weeks ago the gearbox and slave cylinder where replaced under autocare. Gearbox difficult engagement when cold. Just wondering if other people had these problems ?? New member. The car has done 52,000 miles and is a 56 plate. 

 

[newman90]

sounds like all the usual haha!

 

[Roy]

Oh yes that's normal
Wearing seats
Wearing steering wheel
Rubbers split B pillars
Rear window seal leaking
There's a few more to be carrying on with

 

[N0ddie]

See the buyers guide sticky here:

http://www.clio197.net/forum/showthread.php?t=19788

 

[Marv]

I'm on 53k miles (56 plate) and haven't had these problems. I did have the Brembo calipers replaced under warranty just before it ran out as they had seized, but no gearbox or exhaust problems (famous last words!!!!).

Hope it hasn't ruined your enjoyment of the car.

 

[chris1888-197]

Still lovin it

Hi marv, no mate it's def not ruined my fun. Really enjoy driving the car and it's running great. :jase2:

 

[s22jgs]

lol sounds just like a renault. id say you have a perfect specimin LOL

 

[Arran]

What people (everyone, not just you guys) have to remember is that every car has it's faults. Don't get me started on my MPS!

 

[s22jgs]

What people (everyone, not just you guys) have to remember is that every car has it's faults. Don't get me started on my MPS!

thought mazdas were bullet proof