1986 Daihatsu Charade G11 cx review from Australia and New Zealand
"A reliable, economical, gem"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Two clutches.
One radiator core.
General comments?
I have had a 'Love, Hate' relationship with this car.
I 'Love' the incredible reliability and economy and 'Hate' the fact that no matter how hard it is driven, no matter how I try to blow it up, it still keeps going.
I have had this car since new. I have never been able to bring myself to sell it. I have had other cars during this period, but have never had such a reliable, economical car.
The motor is pretty gutless and most definitely won't win a traffic light show down.
However, for the student or someone that wants fuss free 'A to B' transport, then this car is a gem.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1986 |
| First year of ownership | 1986 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 993cc 3 cylinder Manual |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 15 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 200000 kilometres |
| Date of Entry | 27th August, 2002 |