I have had virtually no problems with the car.
The only complaint that I have is that the manufacturer paint job chips and shows blemishes easily.
I purchased the car because I was looking for a Japanese economic compact car to modify.
I have found that after-market support for this car is almost non-existent in the United States. Although, I have been able to make modifications of the wheels, exhaust/intake system, mobile multimedia, and lighting. I have been able to find a few options for turbo upgrades, ignition, and the computer.
The car is fun to drive and handles well.
Paint wears our. Look at overspray between door openings. should be professionally inspected!
Virtually no problems-that pretty much sums up my experience with Mirage. The Mirage is not a popular car, that means lower production #'s and that can make finding parts much more expensive. I had to replace the rear window on my 01 and it was special order, $400. Ouch! As a rule though, I never have trouble finding parts, even though some have to be special ordered.
That's what I think is dumb! VERY VERY FEW people have a Mitsubishi Mirage! Obviously that makes this car a GENERIC brand car. Some people are obviously afraid of what other people will think of them by choosing a Mirage over a Civic (on which Civic cost twice as much to buy).
Read my review on the "J car" on the 97 Mirage reviews on this site. As I can comment: These cars are reliable and long lasting. My 97 was FAR better off than my Ford Escort on which the engine died at 133k miles. Evidently my transmission needs work now, BUT it still runs and drives, not like my 94 Ford Taurus when trans completely failed at 113k miles . My Mirage has 174k miles. First time a big thing happened. BUT remember, my 97 is NOT disabled completely, I'm still using now, but can go over about 55mph, since I don't have 3rd or 4th gear (automatic)
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