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| REVIEW |
| This review was written by George on Wednesday, 04th o January, 2006 at 11:20. |
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| Manufacturer: |
Matra |
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| Model: |
2.2 (S) |
| Model year of the car: |
26 |
| Year the car was built: |
1983 |
| Country: |
United Kingdom |
| Overall opinion: |
Made before its time and not sold enough to survive commercially! |
| Year owner purchased the car: |
2 |
| Most recent year owner had the car: |
1 |
| Engine: |
2.2 |
| Transmission: |
Don't Know |
| Performance marks: |
9 |
| Reliability marks: |
8 |
| Comfort marks: |
8 |
| Dealer Service marks: |
7 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper): |
6 |
| Average Mark: |
7.6 |
| Speedometer: |
182402 — 182963 miles |
| Would buy another car from this manufacturer: |
Yes |
| Previous Manufacturer: |
Matra |
| Previous Model: |
1.6 |
| What things have gone wrong with the car? |
Rear brake caliper blocking and minor cosmetic defects. |
| General comments: |
Aerodynamic (0.32), 3 seater wedge-shaped, mid-engined and almost 50/50 weight distribution with 1050 kg minimum weight (1350 max), non metal body (and the rest is zinc plated - built before Renault Espace, but same technique), good boot, relatively small fuel tank inside engine compartment (50l?), broader rear and tyres than front end (185 & 195 on 2.2 model - Pirelli P6 were standard). 1.6l relatively underpowered (98 BHP? I remember burning the clutch out after 10,000 km on my first one) 2.2l (118 BHP standard model) would go very fast, 2.2S or adapted 142 BHP model flies!
Earlier models now qualify as classic car in some countries, but 1983/4 later models - like mine - in 3-4 years time when 25 years old. Middle seat folds down into a large arm rest in the middle otherwise it is the narrower of the three seats, but not uncomfortable for short journeys. Plenty of leg room, with an adjustable foot rest. Ventilation less than comfortable in hot weather due to incoming air from under rear edge of the bonnet. Not as bad with a sunroof. Some mechanical items more difficult to find now, but most are standard parts bin Peugeot Citroen (PSA). Very little on the car rusts or deteriorates from weather-related wear and tear. |
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