1983 Plymouth Reliant review from North America
"A piece of junk."
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Front joint snapped at 132,400 miles.
Alternator is not charging anymore.
Heater core blew.
Alternator belt snapped.
Butterfly flaps in the carburettor are hanging (choke is sticking).
Brake housing went out.
Oil leak.
16 miles per gallon in town. 22 miles per gallon on the highway.
Engine dies in gear after long warm-ups.
Transmission is not shifting evenly.
General comments?
This car runs good, but has major problems. Everytime I get paid, I have to pump money into the car with parts.
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.2 liter 4-cylinder Automatic |
| Performance marks | 4/10 |
| Reliability marks | 2/10 |
| Comfort marks | 5/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 0/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 132363 miles |
| Most recent distance | 134783 miles |
| Date of Entry | 29th October, 2001 |