Mitsubishi Colt (2004 - 2013) 1.3 Elegance 5d Auto (2005/54) Owner Review
Want to know everything there is to know about this car?
-
Summary
What does this car say about you?
Probably think I am the wrong type of driver for the car, because I do treat the car to the limit and see its potential. The previous owner was OAP couple.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Nothing special, but it is not common to see one around, it's a change from Ford, Vauxhall or other common brand.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Not sure, given the problem I have encountered and cost of the repair - I guess that's why the previous owner was selling the car... may be I should have done some homework first
What are you likely to buy next?
Nissan Note or Hyundai i30 or Suzuki Swift.
-
Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Didn't buy from a dealer
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£2,900
When did you buy the car?
June 2011
Did you get a good deal and why?
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Practicality
What was the dealer like?
-
Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Slow moving off, from first to second gear often not change smoothly, firm ride, noise at high speed, steering correction a lot, once in high gear is smooth to drive and quite stable due to car shape.
What's it like to park?
Visibility all round is good apart from the A pillar.
-
Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
The AMT gearbox not functioning after 3 months, very often not able to engage reverse gear, Mitsubishi dealer wasn't able to advise, even doing a test drive. In the end I test drive while I was at the dealer to show the problem and they had to change clutch module - cost me £800.
What's most practical about your car?
Space and rear seats sliding function.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
