1966 Trabant 601 review from North America
"Reliable communist relic"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Nothing.
General comments?
Brought the Trabi back from Hungary legally in 1997 (because of US EPA emissions requirements, car had to be manufactured prior to 1968). Car is registered, has yearly inspection sticker in Texas and is insured. Is driven to work. Has reached speeds of 55 MPH. Because of its age, needs periodic replacement parts that we buy on trips to Hungary.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 1996 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 2 cylinder 2 cycle Manual |
| Performance marks | 4/10 |
| Reliability marks | 7/10 |
| Comfort marks | 4/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 1/10 |
| Previous car | Mazda MX5 |
| Date of Entry | 14th January, 2003 |