Alternator died after jump starting a corolla (probably my fault)
Heater Core leaked, replaced for $120.
Leaks Coolant, top it up once every 3 months
Probably heater core leak. (again)
Left-turn flasher does not flash anymore.
Car overheated once and a coolant pipe sprung a leak. This was due to a bad coolant temp sensor. Replaced sensor and pipe.
Radiator fan sometimes does not come on (temp rises above 50%). I turn on the A/C to force it to come on.
Normal wear (plugs, brakes, A/C freon)
Shocks and Struts are very weak, Will not replace now...
Wiring is a bit low quality on this car, a few electrical problems (radio, clock, turn signal)
Doors freeze in the winter, handles can easily break off if forced.
Dashboard is warped with the Florida sun.
No car repair shop can set the alignment right!
(its only a little off)
Check engine light comes on when decelerating from 55mph, this is due to a bad EGR valve and/or a blocked EGR passage. (Tried cleaning the passage twice to no avail)
Water leak from unknown location, rear carpet gets about a half inch of water. Front carpet is soaked too.
Love it even though it has quite a few minor problems. Learnt to live with them.
Get between 19 and 21 miles/gallon in the city.
Styling is cool.
Overall quite reliable.
Very good acceleration when floored, gets upto 110mph easily. (governor is set at 110)
Very strong body, however there is a know issue with missing side panel reinforcement on this year model.
Reviewer here, Just wanted to add...
- Interior roof lining sagging everywhere, Took a hooked needle and thread and fixed it :)
- 3 of the V6 spark plugs (rear ones) are really difficult to change. Alternator change is not a simple matter either, there is a trick involving getting leverage with a long metal rod.
- Wheel bearings starting to go bad, left rear at 11200, right front at 115000
I have owned a 1994 Beretta since it was new. I had to take it in under warranty for the same leak on the passenger side. The water ran to the back to the passenger rear carpet also got soaked. I took it in to one dealer several times with no luck. Then, I went to another. They knew right away what it was and said it was a common problem. During heavy rains, water came in through the cowl vent. They removed the plastic cover by the wipers and the only way to stop it was to eventually fabricate a cover for over the fresh air opening to stop the rain water from coming in. After that, no more problems. Hope this helps you also!
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