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10 February 2012

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2008 Citroen Dispatch reviews

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Number of reviews: 5

Julie Turner, England

Citroen Dispatch 2008

This van is the worst I have ever known for reliability. I purchased it from new and it has spent more time in the garage than out. The suspension had to be replaced within 6 months of buying it, the gear box was replaced 12 months ago and it has now gone again and the seats have been replaced as the springs went, which have also gone again. The rear discs locked up and nearly caused us to crash. Sensors keep cutting the engine off; normally when you are overtaking at 70 mph so you loose the steering as well, great fun! I really am suprised I’m still alive. Never, ever would I get another Citroen.

Submitted: 08/07/2011 09:13:19

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Jon W, England

Citroen Dispatch 1.6 HDI 2008

Bag of misery!! It was ok at first but after 12 months it declined into awfulness. It’s been in the garage almost as much as on the road. I seem to spend more time in loan vans. Been in at least 8 times in the past few months, sometimes for the fault that it went in for in the first place. It’s had 3 fuse boxes, injectors, fuel pump, fuel primer, fuel pipes, gear selector, gear cables twice, starter motor, exhaust cover, dipstick holder (came off in my hand when checking the oil), constant repeated engine warning lights, it drinks oil, smokes when cold and now feels slow and noisy. It’s only done 35k miles!! like all French cars, avoid at all costs! it’s not worth the money you save initially, I’m lucky it’s a work van under warranty so I never have to pay anything, I would have set fire to the damn thing by now!

Submitted: 25/02/2011 15:37:52

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John, Northumberland

Citroen Dispatch 2008

Bought from new, it was recalled Sept last year to replace a valve. This valve has now blown and as a result it requires a new engine. It’s not guaranteed because it was fitted for free. The man at the garage said it’s the 3rd dispatch he’s had in this year with the same problem. The milage has always been between 40,000 and 50,000. It has also been back and forward to the garage 8 times for differant problems ranging from roll bar failure to faulty electric windows. It will now cost the best part of £5,000 to get this heap back on the road. Avoid at all cost as it totally unreliable.

Submitted: 27/08/2010 21:40:41

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Gary Burrows, Norfolk

Citroen Dispatch 2.0lt 2008

The best van ever! I have had mine now for six months. The 2.0lt version; no problems what so ever!

Submitted: 26/01/2009 09:59:56

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Jason Dunlop, County Antrim

Citroen Dispatch 1000 HDI 90 SWB 2008

After hearing so many horror stories about the Renault Traffic/ Vauxhall Vivaro, I chose the Citroen Dispatch. What a great choice I made , its a wonderful vehicle to drive and even the standard HDI 90 swb van, the one I have purchased, is a real hard working van, with plenty of space and its really very sharp when you put your foot down. It comes with ABS, electric windows, emergency brake assist and Sat Navigation, all as standard. Servicing is approx every 20000 miles and the materials used in this van are very good quality indeed. Its really no wonder that this van has been given such great reviews and is International Van Of The Year 2008. If you want a van that drives and handles like a car, is nippy, has a great payload, lots of space, lots of shelving for your bits and pieces and holds its value, then forget the rest and buy the best. 5 out of 5 for me.

Submitted: 29/12/2008 10:10:27

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Number of reviews: 5

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