1991 Eagle Talon TSi AWD review from North America
"Hot looks, high performance, serious maintenance"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Mass airflow sensor went 'kaput' within a week of getting it.
ABS failed, sensors went on two wheels.
That nasty and ever-so-popular 2nd gear grind-o-rama.
Misc. interior rattles and buzzes.
General comments?
The car looks hot, is very fast, corners great, and is surprisingly the most comfortable car I have ever owned, considering I'm 6'2" and my previous car was a Chevy Caprice.
The Talon was no doubt made for looks and performance. It's a little rough suspension-wise, but probably no more than any other sports car in its class.
On the other hand, I don't care much for the clunky tranny and the AWD, and the rather high cost of maintenance and replacement parts.
If you're a non-mechanical person looking to buy a sports car, I'd say stay away from the Talon. However, if you're a 'race-nut' and you wanna burn 'Stangs off the road, and you're comfortable doing some regular maintenance yourself to save a buck, this car is for you.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Year of manufacture | 1991 |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | turbo Manual |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 180000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 185000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Chevrolet Caprice |
| Date of Entry | 22nd September, 2001 |