1992 Eagle Talon GT review from North America
"An expensive fun to drive cheaply made toy"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Heads and gaskets blew at 117,000 miles.
Timing and cam shaft belt blew at 117,000 miles.
Motor mounts went at 117,000 miles. OEM only cost over $500 alone.
Breaks went at 115,000 miles.
Tire rods went at 115,000 miles.
CV shafts went at 113,000 miles.
Cam shafts had to be replaced at 117,000 miles.
Several other things had to be replaced too many to list.
General comments?
This car is great fun to drive.
It also handles very well.
Would never buy one again, but it's been fun while it lasted.
Really good looking car, I've had a plenty of complements on it.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 1992 |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | Manual |
| Performance marks | 10 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 0 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 0 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 0 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 112000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 119000 miles |
| Previous car | Chevrolet Blazer |
| Date of Entry | 9th July, 2003 |