1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT SL 3.0 from North America

Summary:

Sporty head-turner, drives great, very reliable

Faults:

Alternator was replaced after the vehicle was sitting for approximately 1 year (military deployment).

Power steering system developed a minor leak. Self repair performed on power steering line, approximately 2 hours of labor, $20 parts.

General Comments:

This vehicle handles surprisingly well. I am not at all a fan of front-wheel drive vehicles, however this car does quite well.

Very sporty, timeless look. The interior and exterior were very ahead of their time, and still have a relatively "modern" appearance.

Aside from very minor repairs, the vehicle has been extremely reliable. Throughout the duration of ownership, this vehicle has been driven hard in order to fully appreciate the performance. The vehicle has always taken it in its stride. The engine, transmission and clutch are all original at 148,000+ miles.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 22nd January, 2015

1st Aug 2026, 20:07

Reviews such as this reveal those who’ve never driven a variety of cars. A turbo-less 3000GT is a heavy car, with a FWD bias and similar power to a V6 Camry or Accord. Despite how it looks, it performs little better than a midsize family sedan. The twin turbo models are the only ones worthy of excitement.

3rd Aug 2026, 00:09

Most people haven't driven a variety of cars. And even if they have, often don't get to drive them on roads that reveal how good or bad the car's handling, gearing or performance is. Those living in vast urban environments (which is where you find these sorts of cars) will drive maybe 90% of the time on flat, smooth, often straight roads peppered with traffic lights; higher speed motorway drives are still fairly ideal because of the design of the roadway. Still, it's their review, their experience with the car in their turf.

3rd Aug 2026, 05:58

The best analogy in ‘95 especially to a FWD manual car would be a Nissan Maxima, not a Camry or Accord. Especially in that era, those were fun cars. I’d argue despite being FWD, the manual and a decently preppy V6 made those more fun to drive than 90% of mid-line cars made in the past 10 years.

1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT SL 3.0L V6 from North America

Summary:

Buy it!

Faults:

Nothing has gone wrong with my car! The engine runs and looks like new!

General Comments:

This purchase is probably one of the best I have made! It's a fun car to mod and just stock it's fast, sexy and reliable! Also there aren't a lot of them, so when you are driving it will turn a lot of heads!

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 2nd April, 2009

1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT SL V6 from North America

Summary:

Worth every penny :-)

Faults:

When I bought the car it needed new tires and an oil change, the basic things cars need over time. At around 100,000 miles, the transmission died and had to be re-built.

General Comments:

I am 17 and I bought myself the SL model, and I love it! I bought it for the looks and I use it for a summer car. The 3000GT's are one of the nicest looking import cars made. Yeah, the new transmission was expensive, but worth every penny. I like the handling, the steering is very tight and accurate. Acceleration is quick. The only thing I think should have been improved was the weight. The 3000GT's are a very heavy car, thus making it difficult for the SL to live up to its 222 stock HP. These cars make great tuners and show cars. I do not advise anyone to drive these in the winter, they are horrible. I bought mine out of state in February '07 and I will simply say they are NOT a winter car. I bought mine stock and it has since turned into a fair chunk of my paycheck, buying upgrades.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 2nd December, 2007

1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT from North America

Summary:

Cheap yet fantastic ride

Faults:

Nothing has gone wrong with the car, but the caps on the valves will heat up about every 60k miles and is a 1000 dollar repair job, but besides that and the fan belt heating this engine is excelent.

General Comments:

I'm 17 years old and this is a great project car for any kid and any adult with the cash to up it. Very solid very good acceleration. A must buy 9/10.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 9th June, 2007