Replaced Alternator
Replaced Carburetor
Replaced Wiper Motor
Rebuilt the transmission
Seals, although recently done, are now starting to leak again
Fuel consumption is horribly high
Wiper fluid tank leaks.
I don't drive my vehicles hard and I never have because I can't afford to. If you're looking for an easy to maintain vehicle, look else where. This is the worst car in my opinion that I've ever owned, but I may have just gotten a lemon. Even after all of the regular maintenance, this car still has too many problems to list. It's got great handling because it weighs so much and if you like to drive a cinder block, this is the one.
My friend I advise you: Don“t believe in everything that your mechanic tells you, or even better change him, get a new one!
Couldn't agree more. Get yourself a new mechanic, or better yet, do it yourself. These cars are great, and can easily do 500.000 miles or more without fail, if properly maintained.