Mitsubishi Galant Saloon 1997

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  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Depreciation is a killer.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Many parts only from Mitsibushi, so expensive

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Wallows under hard conering.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    No slouch in its class.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    No major problems, but ensure that any car you buy has had the track rod arms changed in the safety recall of June 2004.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Looks better than most cars in its class, particularly in black or silver, but wheels are too small at 14 inch, need to be 16 inch.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very spacious e.g 2 adult and 2 kids for three weeks all over europe with luggage, no problems.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very good, but fobs for immobilisers are not very robust.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Servicing is expensive, but outside the standard service intervals, little required.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    HT coil packs and leads went in June 2004 cost to renew from Mitsubishi was £300, eventually sourced used parts from specialist, jap breakers for £60.

    Other

    Suspension arms safety recall June 2004.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes