1990 Eagle Talon review from North America
"Premium value for the dollars invested"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Famous timing belt, fortunately no piston damage, just a head rebuild.
Plug wires caused poor running, replaced then OK.
Interior parts just fall off. Visor, rear view mirror, hatch cover supports, roof liner.
Door handle mechanism broke in cold Canuk weather.
Rides like a stone boat in winter.
Dealer tint peeling real bad, have to take it out.
Rear hatch gas struts need replacing.
Starting to consume oil at 280k.
General comments?
Very quick, good looker for 12 year old machine. Tires glue to road, excellent handling and steering. Will likely hanger it and rebuilt engine over winter.
Would love it more if it had a turbo.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1990 |
| First year of ownership | 1996 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.2 non turbo Manual |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 5 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 4 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 3 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 88000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 0 kilometres |
| Previous car | Oldsmobile Delta 88 |
| Date of Entry | 2nd August, 2002 |