Faults:

Ignition switch recall, key stuck in ignition.

General Comments:

I got this on one of those great deals you only get from family members, otherwise I never would have chosen this car.

It's tiny inside, so your comfort will depend on your size.

Far and away the main problem with this car is the driver's visibility. I cannot imagine there is a car with worse visibility than this. I'm very much average in height at 5'9" and I'm constantly bobbing and weaving around the side columns and rear view mirror to see my surroundings. If I am stopped first in line at a traffic light, I cannot see the light at all without ducking my head. I have to be extra cautious to account for this. Pedestrians to the left or right disappear behind the support columns. Same for cars in front of me on exit/entrance ramps - if I sit still and upright, these cars become completely invisible. Again constant upper body motion is required to adjust for this.

Performance-wise, the HHR does very well. It has a lot of pickup and tight steering.

I've gone through one official recall (the infamous GM ignition switch) and two non-recall warnings. Also the right stereo speaker is in and out.

Faults:

No problems with this car.

General Comments:

The car is fun to drive and runs great, but doesn't handle well in windy conditions.

Faults:

Nothing, no problems at all.

General Comments:

The looks, power, brakes, handling, and economy are unparalleled. The looks are exceptional, and it will not be confused with anything else.

The power, with almost zero turbo lag, is just super with 260 ft/lbs of torque, and 260 hp. One of the faster vehicles I've owned.

The brakes are the best of any car I've ever owned, and I've owned 9 new cars. It'll stop on a dime with no fade or pulling.

The handling is very good with its race tuned suspension. It is a real thrill to drive.

The economy is very good, with 30 - 32 mpg on the open road and about 24 mpg around town.