Nissan Sunny Hatchback 2.0 GTi R 3d (1991/J) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
If you want fast and cheap, this is it.
Costs
Parts becoming hard to find. Joining the owner's club is a must (see any search engine).
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On the road
Driving
It's an involving missile of a car.
Performance
It's quicker than a standard Imprezza.
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Living with it
Reliability
The plugs are set in a well under a bonnet vent. The water gets in and rots the plugs. My mechanic seals the plugs in with wax. Others have put 'rain deflectors' under the vent.
Image
Pig ugly? Or is that brutal charm? It's in the eye of the beholder. Ignore what others say. I don't like the look of white or red ones myself.
Comfort
Has air con. Ride can be very hard, especially for passengers. Enormous engine noise. Not good for motorways without earplugs (really!)
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Security and Service
Security
Dreadful. Get one with an alarm/immobiliser or fit one first thing.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Incredible roaring noise. (working normally!)
Other
Plugs rot because they are set in a well that catches water.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes