1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder review from North America
"Fun, but EXPENSIVE!!!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The clutch was bad from the moment I bought the car. Dealer repaired.
The convertible top began to act up IMMEDIATLEY! Top BROKE in three pieces. The automatic top stopped working. Whats the point of having a convertible, if you can't use it?
Windows stopped working, they will not go up or down. If you get them down they will not go up and vice-versa.
The alternator and belts had to be replaced three times.
The engine mounts broke.
The radiator cap wasn't secure and the fluid leaked out leaving me stranded 200 miles from home.
Now the car is losing power in first gear and then gets a sudden burst of power after about 10 seconds of pushing the gas down to get it to go. This is most disturbing when you are in the middle of an intersection.
Keep in mind I did not race this car, or treat it harshly.
General comments?
FUN TO DRIVE! Very high maintenance though. Only buy if you can sink a LOT of money into the car in a short amount of time.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model Year | 1999 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 4 cylinder. Manual |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 0/10 |
| Comfort marks | 5/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 1/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 105000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 135000 miles |
| Previous car | Saturn SL1 |
| Date of Entry | 23rd July, 2005 |