1976 Checker A12 Marathon review from North America
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I replaced the carburetor.
I had the engine re-sealed.
The headliner needs to be replaced.
I had the electrical wiring re-done and re-checked a number of times.
The air conditioning and heating units had to be repaired.
General comments?
Despite the low ratings and some of the things that have gone wrong with my Checker, it's been worth the time and expense.
The Checker is a unique automobile, and for all the hassles, it's worth the pleasure of driving it and receiving the recognition from people when they see it. People at work are always asking about it, and I get a lot of "thumbs-up" from people when they see it on the road.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 250cc 6-cylinder Automatic |
| Performance marks | 6/10 |
| Reliability marks | 6/10 |
| Comfort marks | 6/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 109500 miles |
| Most recent distance | 129250 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Expedition |
| Date of Entry | 23rd March, 2004 |