1999 Daewoo Lanos SE review from North America
"A real pocket rocket!!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Cam cover starting to leak in the front.
When new, the left rear window (power) made a noise when operating it, but the dealership took care of it.
Driver's side mirror was sticky when new, the dealer corrected it.
Other than that, nothing major.
General comments?
With a set of rims and side emblems that say "Lanos" above the letters "SE", the car looks better from the side (seemed naked).
I've added a K&N air filter, Bosch platinum+4 spark plugs, eliminated the resinator and muffler and replaced them with 2 1/2 pipe to a cherry bomb in back and the car really performs now.
I love (and get compliments on) the interior with its swirls and color scheme. I love it!!
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| Good reliable car |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1999 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6 litre Manual |
| Performance marks | 10 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 3 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 21 miles |
| Most recent distance | 11232 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Crown Victoria |
| Date of Entry | 4th May, 2001 |