1981 Daihatsu Handivan review from Australia and New Zealand
"Quite costly for a first car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Broken welds on drivers seat.
Exhaust manifold broke twice.
Blown head gasket at 40,000 km.
Transmission oil leak at 50,000 km.
Broken CV joints at 56,000 km.
General comments?
This car is very good on fuel and worth looking out for.
However don't buy the semi-automatic.
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 1994 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 1995 |
| Engine and transmission | Semi-Automatic |
| Performance marks | 5/10 |
| Reliability marks | 3/10 |
| Comfort marks | 2/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 36000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 56000 kilometres |
| Date of Entry | 29th July, 2003 |