1989 Mitsubishi Lancer GL from Philippines - Comments

A 16 year old car that still rocks. I drove it hard, but maintains it well. I pamper it with synthetic grade engine oil, replaced the stock 13" tires with a six spoked, size 15" of a Mitsubishi Galant V.R. version. steering became hard, but nonetheless drivable. it has good A/C cooling when the freon is sufficient. (i replaced the R-12 type with the more ozone-friendly 134a) and it works perfectly fine. It can still surprise newer cars with bigger engines with its (sure-footed driving) 150kph+ on the newly rehabilitated & spanking North Luzon Expressway. fuel return on long trips are still impressive 13km/liter. I gas it up with shell-Velocity. I got it from my cousin for 110k. I don't have plan to sell it in the near future.

See to appreciate. it has nice Pioneer stereo with 4 6x9 speakers. (no amps) but a good whiff of bass sound when playing RnB music. Momo steering wheel, Illuminated Type "R" pedals, 3"inch Autogauge tachometer and a free flow mufflers that roars like a "Sarao" jeepney makes it a more sporty looking sedan than it ought to be.

Well, Well, Well.. this Car, My Mitsubishi Lancer GL 1989 is still alive till now. can still run @150kph+ despite its age (19years) remains stock aside from the Simota Filter, Muffler, Hi-Tension Wires, no overhaul yet, maybe next year (LoL) Aircon can still Chill you down your spine especially during night time, probably because of its lack of Climate Control, or even Manual Thermostat control, it only have 2 settings which are Econo & CooL. Rust is starting to show on some body parts (around the rear windshield & near the wheelbase. ride is a lil more bumpy now even with a pair of new shocks, Coil springs must be getting tired because of its age, interior is well taken care of, doesn't look like it's a 20year old car, more like a 5 year old with the accessories I put in it. paint is still orig & shiny aside from some fading areas notably at the edges of doors and trunk area where contact usually occurs. consumes more fuel now especially on city driving (7-8 km/liter) highway mileage still yields a respectable 12-14 km/liter even if you drive it like it's a race car. planning to keep this car for as long as I can, don't have any plan on selling it even if I get rich in the near future but who knows right? I get to drive lexus, volvo, audi, MR-Spyder, Land Cruiser, Grand Cherokee, and the likes anyway. nothing compares to the bumpy ride of my beloved Lancer hehehe.. hope to have an update on this same car, well hopefully in 2 years or so when something significant happens like a new paint job perhaps or an engine overhaul. so ciao for now, time to hit the road again.. :-)

Bro, I find interest in your blogs on how you pamper and take care of your car. Actually, I just recently acquired the same year model 1989 GLX for my first car. Since I am not that familiar about cars yet, I may need some guidance from you.

Initially, I need to know what's the best fuel for my car? I was advised to use Petron's XCS95. Are there other equivalent for this Fuel from other Fuel companies - Shell, Caltex, Petrol, Flying V, PTT? I just want to make sure I will be using the right fuel for my car.

Thanks for any advice.

I would appreciate more car care tips from you.

Bro, I've read your post on your beloved car! I have the same Lancer 1989 GLX, you're right about the A/C, it's good when it's sufficient!

I wonder how many are we who are using this model of the Lancer!

I'm planning to set up my ride! And upgrade my engine, starting with stainless tubes from headers up to the resonator! But I've encountered one noise in front! When I'm hitting some small uneven pavements, I feel like the coils are rattling! Or something is loose on the front wheel area! Plus a little typewriting sound on the engine when I start it! And it disappears when I rev it! It happens after I change the timing belt! Hope to keep on contact with you guys! 09296341495.