1986 Yugo GV Reviews

Muffler mount broke.

Pinhole leak in gas pump seal.

My Yugo GVX was a great urban car. It could park anywhere, handled nimbly, and was just right for keeping up with city street traffic. The few times I had to go off-pavement were no sweat either as it had enough ground clearance to jump curbs and ignore most small obstacles.

It was just not designed for US highways as it was a tad too light to make being passed by 18-wheelers comfortable and it's top speed of about 80 (at least that's what mine was) meant that the engine sounded like it was being thrashed by evil engine demons at "normal" (65+MPH) highway speeds.

The interior was really bargain basement in finish, but I didn't expect luxury appointments for what I paid. It was reasonably comfy in the front seats and typical for its size class in the back. Headroom was good for 6-footers and below. Instruments were spartan, but at least there was a temperature gauge and not a "Hey, your engine's melting" idiot light.

I couldn't keep the after-market air conditioner running and finally left it un-repaired. The water pump had to be replaced at about 50000 miles.

I enjoyed driving my Yugo. It handled well and was very dependable. If Hurricane Andrew hadn't blown my carport down on it I'd probably still be driving my Yugo. Its gas mileage (about 40 mpg) was great for me because I was an outside sales rep. I never had trouble finding a parking place when making sales calls because it was so small it would fit almost anywhere. The cargo space was excellent for such a small car.

Front end needed replacement.

Need to replace the switches for the heater and defrost.

Leaks oil a little bit.

Gas gauge doesn't work and the speedometer broke.

Clutch cable broke also.

This Yugo is a real great running car. For all the miles it has on it, it starts right up every time. I get such great gas mileage, almost 45 to 50 mpg.

It is a little cramped with more than one passanger, but I am keeping it forever. I believe it will last that long.

Nothing has gone wrong with the car. This car is fifteen years old, and has required normal maintenance. I've replaced some parts under ordinary wear and tear, (alternator one time, starter one time, brake caliper one time) and I make sure that all the maintenance is up to date.

In light of 275,000 miles, at 40 mpg, I consider the cost of the replacement parts free.

I love my Yugo!! I was skeptical, I'll admit. This car won me over and I'll NEVER part with it. I can't say enough good things about it, and I wish Yugos were still available here. I'd buy a new one today!

It goes everywhere, parts are cheap and widely available, especially on-line, but also at the corner parts store. My high scores of 10 relate to other cars of its size. I paid $50 for it from a guy who believed the negative publicity and was eager to part with it. He bought a new Ford Escort instead - it had a way better reputation, and died five years ago - cooling pipe rupture! It is a little loud inside the car on the freeway, though - just turn up the excellent factory Yugo stereo!