Daewoo Lanos Hatchback 1.4 SE 5d (97) (1998/R) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Paid £4,250 with 11,000 miles on the clock from a dealer with 18 months left on the Daewoo warranty. It's now holding it's value, if in good condition in view of it's age and backing by GM.
Costs
60,000 miles and front wheel bearings replaced costing £187. Apart from normal servicing, that's it. Fuel consumption is not brilliant.
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On the road
Driving
Drives and handles well.
Performance
Not sporty, but it can be hustled through the gears if needs be. Sits nicely at 80mph at 3,500 revs but lacks grunt.
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Living with it
Reliability
Never any problems. Boy racers don't drive Daewoos.
Image
It's a Daewoo. You either mind about a badge or you don't.
Comfort
For its day not bad, but looking Spartan in today's market.
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Security and Service
Security
Chipped key, immobilisers and who's going to nick a Daewoo.
Service
Don't use the manufacturer for services. Use a reliable private garage.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Front wheel bearings at 60,000 miles.
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