Review written on 5/1958.
Competition in the Roadster segment has just gotten a little more heated. Durack has launched the 1715. Is this Roadster enough to unseat the 3274 or will it be worse than the 4860. Don't worry! We have the answers.

Even though the Durack 1715 wasn't designed for it, our first test was the track. Right away we knew this Roadster was an under performer. The 42 hp @ 3400RPMs 970 cc I4 engine was too weak to move us around the track at any decent speed. This lackluster combination could only bring us to a top speed of 82 mph and on the strip do 23.893s 0 to 60 mph acceleration. With its 52 lb-ft of torque you can tow around 934 lbs but don't expect to get there anytime soon. The Durack 1715 handles smoothly and can really turn a corner for a Roadster. While it is certainly not a race car, it can handle any real world situation you throw at it.

When it comes to comforts and luxury, the Durack 1715 isn't going to win any awards. It barely meets what you need in a vehicle. The seats are hard and uncomfortable for long trips. Features are a little barren, but it has the basic necessities. Material quality leaves a bit to be desired. We would not pay a premium price for this interior finish, but if you're looking for A to B transportation, it is almost tolerable.

The cramped Durack 1715 will leave your passengers knees permanently attached to their chest after you fold them up and slide them into that space they call a seat. The 1715's tiny 7 cu-ft of cargo and passenger space leaves very little room for even this review!

Durack has really put some effort into the production of the 1715. And it shows in the construction quality of the machine. Panel gaps are non-noticeable. Nothing shakes or rattles when driving down the road. It's a well-built vehicle.

The Durack 1715 is not exactly dependable. It won't last a million miles, but it will get you down the road. Do expect a few issues over the lifetime of the vehicle. But most are fixable.

With 32.2 mpg, the Durack 1715 could be summed up as great! This is one of the vehicles in the segment you want if you're looking to save money on fuel.

Safety is another important topic on the minds of many. The Durack 1715 maintains the average amount of safety features for this type of vehicle. While not overly impressive, it should be enough to keep you alive in most cases. Don't expect miracles however.

Would we recommend this vehicle at retail price? No. There are better options in the Roadster segment than the Durack 1715. It's hard to say what faults are the 1715 but we do know that Durack really needs to improve this product if it wants any sizeable portion of the marketshare. If you can get this vehicle steeply discounted then it might be worth it. Other wise avoid the Durack 1715.