1989 Dodge Lancer Shelby review from North America
"If you are looking for something fun, this is it, but if you want reliability look else where"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I blew up the original 2.2 motor in it, because the person I bought it from had swapped in an engine from a NA 2.2...too much compression.
Broke the drivers axle between the street racing and drag strip launches.
Alternator took a crap.
Seats were leather and were not taken care of before me... all cracked.
Turbo lasted until 126,000---original with the car--at 16 psi of boost... not really bad I guess.
Clutch and pressure plate shot.
A lot of parts were worn out at this point due to the mile I guess.
General comments?
I love this car, but luckily I am very handy with things like this.
If you are looking for a reliable car... look else ware, I always seem to have something smoking or broken, but if you are like me and your girlfriend has a newer car...ie. 97 neon, grab it!
Not the lightest Chrysler had to offer, but still lighter than a lot of newer cars.
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.2 turbo Intercooled Manual |
| Performance marks | 10/10 |
| Reliability marks | 5/10 |
| Comfort marks | 5/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 0/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 124000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 129000 miles |
| Previous car | Nissan Sentra |
| Date of Entry | 26th October, 2002 |