1995 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS review from North America
"Fast sporty and irresistible little zippy car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Strut towers rusted (under the hood), almost causing the vehicle to be undriveable. The car seems to be rusting from the inside out.
The clear coat and paint starting cracking at 100,000 miles.
The rubber-coated door accent pieces dried out and chipped off.
Vehicle alignment is frequently problematic. Frequently replacing brake pads, rotors, and having the vehicle re-aligned.
Power sunroof is noisy. Seal is good, but it constantly creeks.
General comments?
The car has held up well being driven daily in all weather conditions. Despite hearing poor comments from others about this year, make and model, I have found my Eclipse to be very reliable. It still receives compliments, and people are surprised to hear its age and mileage. Comfort is a problem, however, and it's impossible to fit anyone in the back seat. With a few modifications - including paint, wheels, tires and brakes - this car will continue to be a fun, showy car. I expect to surpass 200,000 miles with regular oil changes.
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| Slow slow slow and expensive |
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| A fun car if you want to pay |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Model year | 1995 |
| Year of manufacture | 1995 |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 DOHC Automatic |
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| Distance when acquired | 60000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 170000 miles |
| Previous car | Buick LeSabre |
| Date of Entry | 14th September, 2005 |