1989 Daihatsu Charade GTi review from UK and Ireland
"Cheap, fast and what fun to drive..."
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Clutch needed replacing at 41,000.
Exhaust needed replacing at 51,000 (good excuse to get a sports one).
Rear shocks leaking due to having the car lowered 40mm.
Cambelt snapped even though I had one fitted 17,000 miles ago last year.
General comments?
Very fast cheap car that will blow most cars off the road. Well worth buying if you can find a good one.
Bigwoody1@breathe.com
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| Year of manufacture | 1989 |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.0 Manual |
| Performance marks | 10 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
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| Distance when acquired | 38000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 58000 miles |
| Previous car | Suzuki Swift |
| Date of Entry | 5th January, 2001 |