Faults:

Absorbers were bust when I bought the car, replaced for RM 200.

Air-conditioning belt was replaced at the same time.

Radiator was leaking, had to get it welded.

Alternator went 'kaput' after I used the car for 3000 kilometres.

Radiator fan motor also failed before that. Had it replaced with a new unit.

The biggest problem with the car was the starter/stop for the ignition. For about 3 months, I was using the car, and always worried whether I'd be able to reach home. Car failed to start, then other times, it failed to cut-off the power when I wanted to switch the engine off. Had it checked, the mechanic replaced the starter, and one relay as well.

Air conditioning went bust, went through a period of two months going to the mechanic, and so the car went back and forth. Later, found out that there was a major wiring problem with the car. The starter/stopper issue was also spotted during this time, so it was some kind of a relief. For the wiring alone, spent about RM 400, and added to that another RM 350 for the air conditioning.

Now, have to get both the windshields to be refitted as it is leaking when there is a heavy downpour.

General Comments:

The seats are uncomfortable, though for its age, acceptable.

The only plus point is that when it is pushed past 3000 revs, the power kicks in, and I can take on any car that is between 1300 to 1600 cc, and it is a real joy. It has a very high power to weight ratio, as the car is somewhat light.

Fuel economy is not bad, considering it is now upwards of 25 years.

Bought the car for RM 4800, spent about RM 6000 on it already, so it is not a good investment, and on top of that being my first car.

Faults:

Brake discs + pads replaced at 130000 km.

The clutch plate had to be replaced at 160000 km.

A little bit of rust here and there towards the end of my ownership, but nothing major.

General Comments:

A very reliable car. Started 100% perfectly.

Faults:

Almost no problems at all, especially no serious problems.

Clutch has become a little vibrating during move-off.

Wind-noise might be a little softer.

General Comments:

This car works almost like new!

If you can get one, take it!

Many tiny technical details that are not self-evident for cars of that age, like adjustable wiper interval, door-open indicator, lights-on warning tone, rev-meter, circulating air, low fuel indicator, two separate direction indicators on the dashboard, rear fog lamps on both sides, etc.

Innovative trays at the inner doors.

Convenient seats.

Moderate fuel consumption (approx. 29-33 miles per gallon, depending on how you drive).

Faults:

The motor of the car is in extremely good condition, but sheets have started to rust on it.

It is a bit inefficient.

General Comments:

Good buy, I got it for free and I am very happy, because diesel is cheaper than petrol.

Faults:

Tracking tended to be a bit unstable.

General Comments:

I had this car for 11 years and I wish I could have kept it for another 11. It always started and gave me very few problems except for the aforementioned tracking. The boot space was a bit small and a sun-roof would have been nice but these are only very minor gripes. The bodywork held up very well considering that it was never stored in a garage overnight. I sold the car to my brother-in-law who ran the car for another year before it was written off by a wayward lorry on the M60 :( He reckons the solid build of the Sunny saved his life though...

A work colleague actually bought a Sunny 1.5SGL Maxima the same day as I bought mine and his is still going strong, albeit with a lot lower mileage on the clock.