Mitsubishi Galant Saloon 1997

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  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Good value until auto gearbox fails. Wiped out it's value in a second.

    Costs

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Dealers rip you off appallingly, use independents. A new automatic gearbox is very expensive, as I found out.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Nice smooth drive, although road and wind noise can intrude.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Good progress, but auto box blunts V6 performance. Especially when it fails completely.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    1 out of 5 1.0

    The auto box failed at 49'000 miles, and cost more than the value of the car to replace. So much for 'reliable' Mitsubishi.

    Image

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Lacks prestige, although I liked the looks of my car.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very comfortable seats, although road noise intrudes.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good locks, no break ins.

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Ridiculously expensive from rude staff.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Fine, liked the V6.

    Other

    I recommend you avoid automatic Galants!

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    No