1983 Datsun Bluebird GX review from Australia and New Zealand
"Once you have got all problems fixed it is a great car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Initally when I bought the car, the engine needed changing because of a major oil burning problem.
Also I've had to do the rear wheel bearings, they had a lot of road noise.
More recently I've had to replace the front thermastat gasket because one of the bolts worked its way loose.
The ventalation system in the car smells really bad and I'm still trying out how to fix it.
Initial carburettor had a problem with causing the car to over rev, this was nothing to do with the choke sticking either, it just made the engine scream while I was sitting in traffic.
General comments?
With a change over engine from a mechanic I know it works perfectly.
A reconditioned carby fixed all the over reving problems.
Extremely economical, I consistanly get 10 (kpl) or 10 (L/100km)
Very good at towing, I have towed triple what is recommended and it has no trouble. A good work horse.
Airconditioner works well, but the ventation still does smell.
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 2L Manual |
| Performance marks | |
| Reliability marks | 8/10 |
| Comfort marks | 10/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 118000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 127000 kilometres |
| Date of Entry | 18th August, 2003 |