2000 Daewoo Matiz SP review from India
"All cars have faults. so get on with it"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Initially the car ran beautifully it was a joy driving it, till the second servicing. When it began to choke and stop,--- problem was traced to water in petrol tank --- reason for this took over six months to trace--- the fuel pump being faulty was replaced (within warranty fortunately.) (then the company closed down)
-> no problem till coolant started leaking -- problem traced to cracked manifold-- replaced, but this did not solve the problem of heating completely. The problem would emerge while driving uphill, or sustained driving, the temperature gauge would be normal, but the moment the engine was switched off the coolant would spurt out and overflow. Problem still persists.
-> choking has started again, fuel pump again replaced. (June 2007)
-> parts changed/replaced fuel pump twice, manifold, alternator, distributor.
-> still looking for solution to the heating problem!!! help please----
The temprature gauge is normal, outside temprature is 44-45 celcius, car running in city with frquent stops and with ac on full, the coolant is boiling and overflowing on stopping of the engine-----reason still not comprehend-able. As the company has closed down do not know who would be the right person to advice and solve the problem. if anyone has any clue please help.
General comments?
Beautiful car in spite of its faults, moves gracefully, very comfortable seats, and I am truly in love with it. Parting with it is out of question.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Model Year | 2000 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2007 |
| Engine and transmission | 799 cc petrol Manual |
| Performance marks | 5/10 |
| Reliability marks | 5/10 |
| Comfort marks | 4/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 2/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 0 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 50000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Maruti 800 |
| Date of Entry | 14th June, 2007 |