2000 Daewoo Lanos SE review from North America
"Only buy this car if you enjoy spending all your time in the shop"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Constant problems with the transmission - it is constantly having shift problems and it locks its self out on a regular basis.
My headlight wiring burned up and I had to replace it myself.
It took 3 months to get a replacement fuel filter which had to be replaced 2 times.
My air conditioning has consistently leaked and soaked the passenger side (front and back) of my auto. Not on one, but on at least 9 occasions.
I have gone to several different dealerships for repairs, and although it can be for the same problem, each shop will give me a different reason for the problem.
My tires were bald at 15 thousand miles.
My engine light is always coming on, yet the repair tech cannot seem to locate any problem.
It is also blowing oil from the exhaust, although I have been told a number of times by the tech that this is normal (yeah right).
General comments?
I have not found one reason to recommend this car to anyone, except perhaps for the durable paint job.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 2/10 |
| Reliability marks | 2/10 |
| Comfort marks | 4/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 1/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 5 miles |
| Most recent distance | 36000 miles |
| Previous car | Honda Accord |
| Date of Entry | 28th August, 2001 |