1993 Mitsubishi Diamante LS review from North America
"Really a great car for the price"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Transmission failed at 120k, but the nice safety mode kept me going to get it to the shop without a tow truck.
Started burning oil at 106k, and leave a trail of smoke from every stop. I think this is a flaw in the design.
Small accessories have tended not to hold up. These include the cup holder, and back ash trays.
Electrical short causes the alarm to go off when ever you open the truck without the doors being unlocked. This started at about 150k.
Idle is not steady, but that only started at 186k.
General comments?
If you have the correct tires on the vehicle, then you cannot beat the performance. Even at 189k miles, it runs beautifully.
Power steering is one of the best I have had on any car. I often have to ask if other vehicles have power steering because I am so used to the Diamante.
Great large size car that handles like a sports car.
Recommended reviews
| Good for long distance traveling, but not for quick |
|
| 1992 - Diamante LS 3.0 V6 DOHC Saftey, fun, and performance on wheels |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1993 |
| First year of ownership | 1997 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | Automatic |
| Performance marks | 10 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 66000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 190000 miles |
| Previous car | Nissan Maxima |
| Date of Entry | 5th September, 2003 |