1997 Mitsubishi Diamante Super Saloon review from Australia and New Zealand
"Poorly designed automatic transmission lets this good car down"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The automatic transmission failed completely at 94000 km. A retaining clip came away from the main housing causing metal filings that contaminated the solenoid and sealing rings.
The transmission failed again at 96400 km and was repaired.
It is showing signs of failing again at 104700 km.
General comments?
Comfortable car to drive. Very quiet.
Expensive to service at 100000 km.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 1997 |
| First year of ownership | 1997 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.0 petrol Automatic |
| Performance marks | 6 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 3 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 6 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 0 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 104740 kilometres |
| Previous car | Ford Fairmont |
| Date of Entry | 19th September, 2002 |