1980 Dodge Colt 2 door hatchback review from North America
"The greatest value car out there!!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
This car has hardly any problems in 17 years.
Not worth it to fix after it slammed into a tree in 2001. Engine still started after being totalled in the wreck though.
General comments?
This is the greatest value car out there. Owned for 17 years, put on 170,000 miles. Lots of power, always started up every time. Had a little trouble in the winter around 160,000 miles.
Paid $2000 dollars in 1984, got plenty of usage, and sold it for 50 bucks to a wrecker in 2001 after totalling it.
Great front wheel drive, and boy you could squeal those tires! The Power-Economy shifter was a creative Low-High gear, to make the 4 speed like a 5 speed.
This was the greatest car for the value, and a lot of fun.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1984 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6 4 cylinder Manual |
| Performance marks | 10/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 10000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 170000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 17th August, 2001 |