1987 Mitsubishi Sigma GN review from Australia and New Zealand
"A very reliable and dependable transport for a variety of conditions"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Three new radiator cores over the life of the car.
All rubber leads/hoses in engine bay replaced at 150,000km.
New driver's seat installed. Weak brackets at the floor pan.
Gaskets and seals replaced at 150,000km.
Paint quality at manufacture revealed to be very thin. Detailing of paint surface at 250,000km, rapidly accelerated deterioration of paint on bonnet and roof.
General comments?
An exceptionally reliable car, if maintenance is pro-active rather than reactive.
A fairly thirsty car with gearing not quite suited to long-haul travelling. Two point six litre engine at the limits of acceptable displacement for a single block four cylinder engine.
With the addition of fuel injection, a taller fifth gear and better suspension set up this would be a near perfect family car.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1987 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.6 ULP Manual |
| Performance marks | 6/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 3/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 0 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 268000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Holden Gemini (Isuzu) |
| Date of Entry | 22nd February, 2001 |