1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse gs review from North America
"Great...when it runs"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Where to begin... I have had the car for 8 months now and this is the list of things that has went wrong.
Valve cover gasket.
Oil pan gasket.
Oil sending unit.
Thermostat.
Flywheel.
Rear main seal.
Alternator.
Alterantor bracket.
Temperature sending unit.
Wheel bearing.
Motor mount.
Rotors.
Head gasket.
Headliner is falling.
A/c condenser coil is bad but I have not had a chance to replace due to other repairs!
Went through 3 alternator belts in 3 months.
It also shakes after around 65 mph...don't know why.
I have put over 1k in the car in alittle over 6 months!
I put less than 3k miles on it.
General comments?
It is very fun to drive when it is actually running.
I put a cold air intake and exhaust on it to give it some extra boost.
I really like the car but I just can't afford it anymore! I will NEVER buy mitsu or dodge (this car comes with a lot of dodge parts on it). Go with something else before you buy this crap!
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 2007 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2008 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 420a non turbo Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 2/10 |
| Comfort marks | 6/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 91000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 94000 miles |
| Previous car | Jeep Grand Cherokee |
| Date of Entry | 19th June, 2008 |