Mitsubishi Carisma Hatchback (1996 - 1999) 1.6 GLX 5d (1997/R) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
I prefer value and reliability to a badge.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
They all like it.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes, as they made it up to 2004 I think and the engines got better there will plenty of used bargins out there in the future.
What are you likely to buy next?
Probably another Japanese car very likely a Mitsubishi.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchise
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£999
When did you buy the car?
March 2006
Did you get a good deal and why?
Excellent, 80k miles with very straight bodywork and nice interior. Just been serviced and got 12 months MOT and Mitsubishi warranty all for under £1000!
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Cheap and Japanese
What was the dealer like?
Very nice, helpful and honest.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Good, nothing spectacular but goes where you want it to in relative comfort.
What's it like to park?
It is quite long and so its no KA but you get used to it.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
The radiator did develop a leak but got it done under the warranty, other than that just wear and tear items battery and bulbs.
What's most practical about your car?
Space, the boot is huge and the front and back offers good legroom.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
As previous car did not have it central locking and eletric windows.
