Mitsubishi Space Wagon (1998 - 2003) 2.4 GDI GLX 5d Auto (1999/T) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Large family, slightly unconventional choice.

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

Handy if extra kids need a lift as well as 7 seater. Due to reliability problems mostly ask when I am getting a new car.

Would you buy this car again and why?

No as parts extortionate now it is getting older. Main dealer a disaster and very expensive but locked into them as only they have access to the engine error codes. Have complained to ceo of mitsubishi about service. Has been in the garage 8 times this year and off the road for 3 months. MPG is poor, about 23 about town and 28 overall.

What are you likely to buy next?

Reasonable quality estate, probably diesel.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Independent

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£3,000

When did you buy the car?

March 2007

Did you get a good deal and why?

Just about. I bought it knowing there was an oil leak. Originally the dealer said he would fix it. Replacing a lost key cost £160.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Needed mpv for family of 5. Previous car vandalised

What was the dealer like?

Cheap as in the middle of nowhere, but not thaqt good.

What's it like to drive?

Easy with good high up view.

What's it like to park?

Tricky.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Throttle body - List price £1,000 for the part and had to be done by main dealer for £400 labour. Got second hand part for £200. Engine running poorly - Timing belt wrong and probably coked due to supermarket fuel. Now OK

What's most practical about your car?

Coverts to a medium sized van. Can take family of 5 and full camping equipment across France no trouble.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Automatic