1983 Mitsubishi Scorpion GJ review from Australia and New Zealand
"It's a beast"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
There was significant rust in the box sills and B pillars. Also, there was rust around the boot seal.
The driver seatbelt was frayed and very expensive to replace.
The timing is very badly out.
The Scorpion's suspension is very wobbly.
General comments?
The car is extremely quick. I managed to drag off a Commodore police vehicle off the line. I doubt whether he was trying though, and I was pulled over by him.
The car runs a 21 second quarter mile in its current condition, which contains no performance modifications.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1983 |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.6L Astron Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 163000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 172000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Holden Commodore |
| Date of Entry | 24th February, 2003 |