Needed a muffler (big $$$) and exhaust manifold gasket at 45K.
Tires wear out quick but are cheap ($15-30 ea).
Front rotors warp and need to be replaced frequently.
All leak oil where head meets the block, frequently check oil and use 20W-50.
Radiator needs replacing (rusty), but leaks little.
The heater controls broke and must be controlled by under the dash.
The carpet came loose and the seat tears easily.
Windshield cracks when the weather is extremely cold.
Carburettor will not choke in the morning, must rev until warm.
Seat belts recalled and replaced.
Most problems were due to lack of use and abuse since the car is a 'spare'. It is usually used in the winter because of how good it is in the snow.
It is an excellent car for a young driver. Gets 40 mpg highway, accelerates quick for a 3 cyl, but won't go much past 80 mph.
It's very economical.
Recommend only the manual, automatic Justys are defective.
If you want a car that is cheap to run, easy to drive, and can have tons of miles put on it, this is it. I'd pick it over a Festiva, Metro, Omni, whatever. It's the best in its class.
To get the best performance, I have found super unleaded 91+ octane really works. Keep those valves adjusted and proper air preassure in the tires.
The automatic version is the world famous Variomatic system. It is very good! Better then the American automatic gearboxes... The nice thing is: It almost doesn't wear and it's fast! You put your foot down the accelerator and it flies! In less than 14 seconds 100KM/H is for a 1 liter car fast! Not as good maybe as the DAF, but it is very wicked!
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