| Year of manufacture | 1994 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6 DOHC VTEC 4 Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) |
8.3 / 10
|
| Distance when acquired | 96000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 106700 miles |
| Previous car | Honda Civic Coupe EX |
Summary:
The most fun you can have sitting down!
Faults:
Not a thing.
General Comments:
If you're looking for a reliable, fun, good on gas, quick and uniquely cool car, this is it!
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 9th January, 2001
| Year of manufacture | 1994 |
| First year of ownership | 1996 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2000 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6L SOHC VTEC Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 6 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) |
7.5 / 10
|
| Distance when acquired | 45000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 104500 miles |
Summary:
Buy a rain jacket with the car
Faults:
The targa top leaks around the windows, can't get it to stop, the top also rattles, very good car when it's not raining!!
General Comments:
Very good sporty car, love to drive it, wish had more power, but still a great car to drive on twisty roads, at a good speed.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 25th July, 2000
I agree, just test drove a delSol on I-4 at 75mph.. it took forever to get up to speed, but with the top and rear window down I didn't seem to mind, also had great handling.
Daniel
I own a 1997 Del Sol S with auto and recently was told that the roof noise was a problem with that model. I was tired of the noise so I had them work on it. They lubricated and retorqued the part of the roof that the targa top attaches to. I think they had to take it apart to get in there. The noise seems to be gone, but I was told to expect it to return. They charged me $90 at the dealership.
I have a '94 V-Tec. The roof rattle does bug me to the point that I take the roof off at temperatures above 45 degrees.
I do love the car though.
I own a manual Del Sol V-tec SiR. I have never had any problems with the roof rattling. Keep it generally well lubricated and have never had a problem. Have had the distributor cap just blow, otherwise no problems. Plenty of power, 0-100kms in 6.4 seconds is not that slow. Great on winding roads. These cars were made to drive. Love it.
| Year of manufacture | 1994 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.5 Liter |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) |
9.3 / 10
|
Faults:
Battery failed after 3 years. Front brake pads changed at 45,000. Timing belt and water pump changed at 65,000. Pump was OK but changed anyways. Tires replaced around 50,000 miles.
General Comments:
Vehicle has 76,000 Miles on the clock. No squeaks, leaks or problems. No engine or chassis problems. Car is fun to drive, gets around 37MPG City/Hwy driving.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 29th June, 1998