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    Rover 25
    by D.J. Smith 04/04/02

    Last week my partner got a replacement (courtesy car) in place of her Mini Cooper from Rover. First, she was thrilled driving such a 'posh' car. But as days passed, the dream faded away. She was never able to find the right driving position. And other problems started to come. Window switch came off the panel. Next day, handle for seat-adjustment fell off. Then front tyre puncture - costing nearly 100 pounds. Same afternoon, dashboard display dials failed. She's only been driving this 'new' car (with 5500 miles) for a week... So, is this the famous Rover that we are so proud of?



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