1999 Daewoo Matiz SE review from Australia and New Zealand
"One way to get attention!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Dealer-fitted weathershield blew off 2 hours after delivery when met by a truck and a headwind.
A/C leaked chilled water into the passenger footwell 5 days after delivery.
Rattling tailgate.
All fixed quickly. Since then, a trouble-free run.
A tendency to grate in 2nd gear when cold.
General comments?
A great car - 3 of my friends have bought one since driving mine.
Great space and versatility.
Tends to drink when pushed harder.
Comfortable enough on the highway, suspension perhaps a little under-damped.
Non-standard size stereo and small speaker size means I can't install my high-end Sony head unit and JBL split speakers (any suggestions anyone?).
Tons of interest in the car (I have some extra bits on it) especially at petrol stations - some want to know if engine is in the back!
Recommended reviews
| Stay clear of Daewoo as a whole |
|
| A very capable car! |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1999 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2000 |
| Engine and transmission | 0.8 Manual |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 9 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 13 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 19800 kilometres |
| Previous car | Rover - Austin 825Si |
| Date of Entry | 29th November, 2000 |