1992 Eagle Talon TSI AWD review from North America
"Super performance for high maintenance costs"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
At about 65K, the heater core blew out ($700). This has been the only problem other than general maintenance.
General comments?
All parts for this car are expensive. Your best bet is to purchase better perfomance parts that can be up to %100 cheaper than stock from the dealership. The car is very easy to work on - do it yourself and save $70 per hour on labor.
Be sure to change the timing belt and balance belt at 55K, 110k, and 165K. The engine is known as an 'interference engine". If the timing slips, your exahust and intake valves slam the head, bend and break. DON'T TAKE ANY CHANCES!!!
The Turbo will die at about 90K. When you have it replaced, purchase an upgrade (16G) from a prefomance shop for about $650. The stock turbo will cost about $1600 and is not as durable. You will need to replace the exahust manifold also because it will be cracked from extreme heat. Do it yourself - it is easy. This would be a great time to replace the exhaust, clean the intercooler, and the rest of the air system.
Thanks,
Chris
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| First year of ownership | 1995 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2000 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 turbo Manual |
| Performance marks | 10/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 1/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 2/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 30000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 111000 miles |
| Previous car | Toyota Corolla |
| Date of Entry | 31st July, 2000 |