A load of BX! (Citroën BX)

Member Name: spacey

Product:	Citroën BX
Date:	30/11/00 (594 review reads)
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Advantages: cheap on fuel

Disadvantages: very expensive to repair

Just over 6 months ago, I bought a Citroen BX TZD (Turbo Diesel model) from a friend of a friend for £1000. Since then, I have had to spend in excess of £650 to keep it going. The hydraulics system is a total nightmare - constant fluid leaks, spheres that need replacing one after the other on a regular basis, and various other problems that I do not begin to understand! Now, the alternator has packed up and I've been told that it will cost at least £400 to repair. OK, I give in. I've decided to cut my losses before things get seriously out of hand.

On the up side, when it is working properly, this model is very comfortable to drive, and has excellent acceleration thanks to the turbo function. It is also very economical on fuel, averaging 460 miles for a full tank (approx £40 a time), but I very much doubt that the money I've saved in fuel has made even the slightest dent in the amount I've had to spend on maintenance.

In short, if you are looking for a second hand vehicle, steer well clear (excuse the pun) of this particular load of BX!

I am now in the process of purchasing a brand new Xsara Picasso 1.8, which I will duly review once I've driven it for a few weeks!

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