1989 Dodge Colt E review from North America
"Great performance and gas mileage with a low price tag"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Half shaft had to be replaced from boot tearing and CV Joint getting ruined.
One of the front wheel bearing seals went bad and the bearing had to be replaced.
Does not like cheap oil filters because the rubber seal is not thick enough and it leaks when engine temperature varies. No problem at all if you use good factory recommended filters.
General comments?
When I first bought this car, I did not know what to expect. As I found out, it had excellent gas mileage, extremely fast off the line, and has good handling at high speeds. The car is smooth on the road, quiet on the highway, and I have pushed it to 105 without a problem. I definitely think it could go the top speed from factory (125).
The car starts sooooo easy and purrs like a kitten.
I LOVE my car and being a person that is a sporty car person loving my hatchback colt, that says a lot. It is extremely reliable and has great performance. Just take care of her right by keeping up the basics and she gives me no problems. example: Oil Filter, Air Filter, Fuel Injector Cleaner, Good Oil, that kind of stuff.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8 fuel injected Manual |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 95000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 100000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 10th January, 2002 |