1990 Mitsubishi Mighty Max review from North America
"A real bargain - Worth every penny paid"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Lower ball joint at 34,000 (Driver's side) starting "squeaking" so loud you could hear it down the street - Mitsubishi & dealer replaced for free.
Water Pump began to leak at 85,000 and replaced.
Broken bolt on shifter linkage at 65,000.
Gas hose connecting between tank and fill split replaced at 65,000
Started at 92,000 to "puff" a little smoke on startup (not always, just sometimes) probably Valve Guide seals.
General comments?
Have had brakes changed only once, done at 54,000 at dealer recommendation. Probably they could have lasted longer; the current set is on approx. 68,000 and still has good bit of meat left.
NEVER changed the clutch.
NEVER needed to change ALTERNATOR.
Never needed to change Starter.
Spark plugs have only been changed once, at 54,000.
Front end only aligned twice. Once at 56,000 and again at 110,000.
Solid vehicle, but I do wish that the seating was more comfortable. Long drives will get to you.
Overall, I have well gotten my money out of this little guy. Original purchase price was $6,000 then added the AC for $850. 13 years old, still being driven with over 122,000 miles and has a book value of about $1,500. Hey, who could complain?
I wish the were still making them.
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  | Incredible Value |
| A trouble free little truck |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| First year of ownership | 1990 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | Manual |
| Performance marks | 9/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 6/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 9 miles |
| Most recent distance | 122300 miles |
| Date of Entry | 8th April, 2003 |