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Mitsubishi CARISMA Review - GDI 1.8 1999
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| Name
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Dave Sewell
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| Make
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Mitsubishi |
| Model
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CARISMA
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| Trim
Code |
GDI
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| Engine
size |
1.8
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| Year
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1999 |
| Current Clock Mileage
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73000 |
| Usage
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Personal - General |
| Average
yearly mileage |
Under 10,000 |
| Performance |
9 out of 10 |
| Reliability |
10 out of 10 |
| Comfort |
10 out of 10 |
| Running
costs |
10
out of 10
(10=cheap
to run, 1=expensive - costs include fuel economy, insurance,
car tax, servicing, depreciation, repairs etc) |
| Would
you recommend this car? |
yes |
| Would
you buy another from this manufacturer? |
yes
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| For
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The GDI is very economical, and the engine has a good range of power for such a large car, although reviews of smaller engined versions seem to suggest that 1.8 is really the smallest you should be looking for if you want to keep performance.
No paint fading problems with mine..not sure why there seem to be so many complaints about this..I guess it depends on how well you care for the bodywork..these things don't look after themselves.
Not bad looking for a family saloon, and with a little work can be made to look alot better.
Try banging on some 15" alloys with suitably fat tyres..instant change!
Great in the cold weather..always starts first time
Twin airbags and power steering, sunroof(electric) and electric mirrors as standard.
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| Against
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Interior lacks thought..very bland, choice of upholstery sucks big time.
Yes..I too keep blowing headlamp bulbs..but theyr'e peanuts over here, so it does'nt really bother me that much.
Very ocassional 'Dogging' if not given a good run, apparently the 1.8 gdi needs to be given a good 'push' once in a while.
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| Comments
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Solid motor that can be kept as a respectable family car, or with a little cash and commitment, changed into a show-worthy racer.
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