1999 Daewoo Leganza SX

Summary:

DaeWho: Crap made in Korea

Faults:

Brake lights didn't work.

Couldn't shift from Park to Drive.

CAM Sensor replaced twice.

Fuel line leaked.

Windshield leaks when rains.

Timing belt went at 59000.

Replaced radio three times.

Radio volume goes up by itself.

It's leaking oil.

Total break job twice.

General Comments:

Fuel shut-off button should be somewhere else rather than right next to the passenger seat. Almost every time car goes to a car wash, people cleaning the car accidentally press the button and car doesn't start. Needs resetting every time. Bad design.

Comfortable to drive, when it works.

Spacious seats. Comfortable back seats.

Since Daewoo bankrupted, its resale value dropped drastically. Blue Book value $2900 right now, bought it for $16,000 a total loss over 10 thousand dollars for 3 years.

Never ever again.

I wouldn't even buy a Daewoo radio to save my life. They are supposed to be a radio manufacturing company initially. Radio in the car sucks. Car itself sucks worse.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? No

Review Date: 8th May, 2003

2nd Oct 2004, 14:09

But do you like the car?

1st Feb 2010, 13:35

Well Daewoo is my first & last choice in terms of buying cars. Don't know about radio, but the radio of my car was amazing. Never given me any problems, but I replaced it cause I needed a CD player in my car (Daewoo Matiz). DAEWOO FOREVER for me.

5th Aug 2018, 14:46

Are you serious? Why do you complain so much about this car when you had only minor issues with it? It is normal for the timing belt to be replaced! The belt costs 20$; give me a break!!! God, you want a car to work perfectly your entire life?? Mercedes also give lots of problems, it costs a lot to repair! BMW and Audi also cause very big problems!!! What you want?

6th Aug 2018, 22:55

I don't think they are going to reply after 15 years.

1999 Daewoo Leganza SX

Summary:

Horrible car runaway from it

Faults:

Cam Sensor replaced 4 times so far, Breaks need to be replaced every 8,000 miles, allignment horrible, windows leak, fuel pump leaks even when fixed, too many things to mention. I am not complaining, but to anyone wanting to get this car BE WARNED RUN AWAY DO NOT BUY/RENT/LEASE a DAEWOO.

General Comments:

I would not wish this car on my worst enemy!

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? No

Review Date: 8th May, 2003

5th Aug 2018, 14:48

You are simply over reacting. These cars are working well! If there are some problems, they can be fixed cheaply.

1999 Daewoo Leganza

Faults:

The door handles have chipped off at least three different times, and were replaced under warranty.

The car has locked up and a part was ordered to replace this.

We've had the car in the shop on three different occasions, as it stops running as you are driving, with no warning. Also, it will only start up after 5-6 attempts. And I told by the manager that this is not a safety issue. Which I disagree, as it has stopped in the middle of intersections and I could have been killed or caused accidents. Service department cannot figure out why.

General Comments:

In general, when the car isn't in the shop, it is a pretty good running car for the money paid for it. However, I am very disappointed with the service department, as they appear to be very unknowlegeable about their own vehicle, and will not give you a loaner car while they keep your car in the shop!

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? No

Review Date: 18th July, 2001

14th Mar 2005, 13:15

I have a widowed neighbor who fell on bad times and could only afford this loser. The 2000 Daewoo Laganza is the worst peice of garbage I have ever seen. It's actually entertaining to see what materials they use to fabricate this auto. The transmission needed replacement after 20k.This auto should be taken on a c-130 and dumped in the Chosin Reservior. Please keep my neighbor in your prayers. She will certainly need it. Did I mention the paint job started peeling after 3 months!!

1999 Daewoo Leganza CDX 2.2

Summary:

Noisy!

Faults:

Radio went out after purchasing the car 2 months ago.

Rattling in the sunroof.

General Comments:

There are a lot of noises I have found in the car since my radio has been out for the past 2 weeks. I am in Atlanta and I have to wait 2-3 weeks before I can get the part from California.

I have really enjoyed the car, all of my friends ask me "Why did you get a Daewoo?" I simply say "Because no one has one."

I went car shopping and was looking for a reliable car and I believe that this is one, but the only real problem that I have is waiting almost a month for parts.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 24th October, 2000

4th Aug 2008, 09:09

Hell yeah this car has some really annoying noise.

1999 Daewoo Leganza CDX 2.2 DOHC 4 liter

Faults:

Nothing.

General Comments:

The Leganza was the best car I've ever driven. I previously have driven a Toyota Camry and Honda Accord and they don't compare with the Leganza. The car is very comfortable and fun to drive. The driver position is also very comfortable. The Leganza is truly an affordable luxury.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 24th October, 1999

1999 Daewoo Leganza CDX 2.2 Gasoline

Faults:

The automatic transmission control computer malfunctioned, needed to be replaced.

Steering assembly replaced.

Sunroof related rattles in the headliner. (Minor problem)

General Comments:

I like the car, though I think Honda and Toyota have a little better build quality. The thing I love most about Daewoo is the dealer service! It is just like buying a Lexus, without the huge price! Oh, and the service, when you go to take your car in for any maintenance, they give you a loaner car and a wax and wash when you get the car back, and it was all free to begin with! Daewoo is great on service.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 14th February, 1999