2003 Kia Spectra review from North America
"Good car for the price, but need a new trans at 4000 miles"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The Transmission went out at about 4000 miles.
General comments?
+ This is a nice car for the price range of about $9500 bucks.
+ This car is very good on gas.
- The insurance is as high as my 2000 Silverado, due to that they are "difficult and expensive cars to fix."
/ All dealers are difficult to deal with. Find the car you want online, go to your bank or CU and get your financing there. Then go to the lot, find the car you want. And please, don't pay sticker! You have a pre-made out cashers check with you, that's guaranteed money to the dealer. They will squirm and drop :)
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | standard Manual |
| Performance marks | 6/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 4/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 12 miles |
| Most recent distance | 4022 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Mustang |
| Date of Entry | 30th December, 2003 |