1990 Mitsubishi Magna GLX review from Australia and New Zealand
"One of the best made wagons in Australia"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Cracked cylinder head repaired at 120,000 kilometers.
Constant velocity joints replaced at 180,000 kilometers.
End clutch for overdrive has needed replacing since 210,000 kilometers.
Excessive smoke from exhaust at 240,000 kilometers.
Alternator replaced at 120,000 and 220,000 kilometers.
All four shock absorbers replaced at 200,000 kilometers with Monroe gas shocks.
General comments?
The cars is great on the open road and will travel all day at legal speed limits.
Lack of power for hills.
Poor fuel economy in the city, but makes up for it on the open road.
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![]() ![]() | A bargain priced gem if well maintained |
![]() ![]() | Excellent if it has been well looked after during its life |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1995 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.6 petrol Automatic |
| Performance marks | 4/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 95000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 260000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Mitsubishi Magna |
| Date of Entry | 13th January, 2002 |

