What investments can you expect when buying a used car
The issue of choosing a used car consists of several aspects, each potential car owner has them in a different order, but as surveys show, price, brand, and maintenance costs become decisive factors.
In the car market, not every person will tell you the whole ins and outs of a car, and when buying a car from your hands, you must be prepared for financial investments. We will tell you about what investments you can expect when buying certain or infx cars in the new project of the Kirov Motorists website, the site "Sores at the wheelbarrow". We will not invent anything ourselves. The essence of the project is that the real owner of the car talks about the problems he faced while owning a car. It will not even be about the problems of the car, but about what to expect when buying a certain car with a certain age. Of course, all cases are unique and the condition of the car depends on its owner, but we are sure that many people, when choosing and buying a used car in Kirov and neighboring regions, will find the materials useful and they will be more balanced when choosing a car.
The legendary and much desired Mitsubishi Lancer IX. Despite the failure of sales in dealerships, a myriad of these cars travel around Kirov and Russia, and from time to time interesting specimens pop up for sale, which attracts the attention of potential owners.
But when buying a car that has been driving on Russian roads for more than 10 years, it is even hard to imagine how the car feels now.
Eugene from Kirovo-Chepetsk bought a 2005 Lancer with a 1.6 engine and an automatic transmission with a mileage of 137 thousand kilometers in 2014 in Perm. A few weeks later, I started receiving bad news. First, the catalyst error “crawled out”. In the process of studying the issue, a scam scheme became known among outbids that burn out the channel on the board and prevent the “error from catching fire”. Probably a good part of the Lancer travels in a country with a non-burning check.
After the car was driven to a comprehensive inspection in Kirov, a lot of new things became known about the driven Lancer.
Firstly, the car was a bit in the rear left side and, accordingly, straightened, painted.
Secondly, the car required serious investments in terms of consumables and suspension components. This defect was not revealed during the inspection of the car for a number of reasons.
Thus, after buying the car, Eugene was forced to invest in it a large amount of money, which included spare parts and work to replace them:
1. Solving problems with a catalyst error P0421 - 1000 rubles.
2. Steering rod CTR — 550 rubles.
3. KYB front shock absorbers - 2900 rubles.
4. KYB rear shock absorbers - 1950 rubles.
5. Silent blocks of the front levers rear Febi — 350 rubles.
6. Front stabilizer bar TRW - 250 rubles.
7. Gearbox support front original - 1900 rubles.
8. Gearbox support rear original - 2000 rubles.
9. Rear trailing arm silent blocks (large) original — 1140 rubles.
10. Silent blocks of the rear transverse levers under the rack RBI — 210 rubles.
11. Rear breakup bolts - 200 rubles.
12. Crankshaft oil seal before — 150 rubles.
13. Gates timing belt - 750 rubles.
14. Roller GMB - 460 rubles.
15. Power steering high pressure hose - 6350 rubles.
16. Corrugation (bellows) - 1000 rubles.
17. Repair of the speed sensor - 300 rubles.
18. Replacing the washer pump — 500 rubles.
19. I bought a used one for the first summer season. Vredestein Sportrac 5 tires with alloy wheels - 8000 rubles.
For work on the replacement of spare parts gave — 7000 rubles.
In total, the first investments came to 36,000 rubles in 2014 prices.
After a while, a number of other expenses followed. It included the replacement of the air filter, the replacement of the cabin filter, the replacement of the alternator belt, then, during operation, the replacement of fluid in the engine and transmission, the brake system, power steering, and battery replacement followed. After some time, it was necessary to replace the rear silent block of the front left arm, and the muffler bracket was repaired. The rear wing also required intervention, robbing Evgeny for another 10,000 rubles.
Currently, investments, albeit small in the car continue. And to the list of these "improvements" was added the replacement of ball joints, high-voltage wires, spark plugs, fan washer nozzles, and replacement of the thermostat.
All of the above works have been carried out so far, that is, for several years, and not one-time. Accordingly, when buying such a car during its inspection from the seller, you already have a certain list of questions that it would not hurt him to ask in order to protect yourself from unnecessary and unforeseen costs.
Let me be surprised by some messages on the Legion-Avtodata forum in the topic “Conference for autodiagnostics on December 3-6 in Moscow”, http://forum.autodata.ru/7/24001/
And I, for example, will always be grateful for the training courses taught by Sergei Pavlovich Gazetin. And I will always remember his words: “first of all, if you suspect a “mechanics”, we connect a vacuum sensor and look. If the vacuum is abnormal, we are looking for mechanical problems ... the vacuum sensor is like a thermometer for a doctor. No, that's great!
And when this Lancer came for repairs with the problem of “stupid and does not go”, what he did right away:
Remembered if there was a similar problem on the same car? Was.
Are you ready to check the vacuum value? All is ready.
Do you have time to "think"? Eat.
Let `s start?
A similar malfunction: “stupid and does not go” can occur for a variety of reasons. If you don’t have the experience of such repairs in your head and don’t know some of the basics, then it’s better not to take on such repairs - you’ll spray around and do nothing ...
Here, “mechanics”, and the fuel system, and the ignition system can be tied. And even a “semi-wedge” wheel bearing (as an incredible option). And so on. When troubleshooting, it is important to correctly and accurately isolate the “weak link” and not be distracted by the unlikely.
It is not in vain that the manufacturer writes in his manuals that “before carrying out measurements and checks on a car, it is necessary to prepare it.” Has anyone been surprised by this fact? Like, what to cook there, go ahead, you need to check! And in vain, because it follows:
· Check that the coolant temperature is between 80-95°C. If there is no such temperature, it is necessary to start the engine and catch up with the temperature to the set temperature. Someone doesn't? Well, don’t do it (“to each his own”?), Then you will be surprised why the data taken is “something not like that”. Everything is correct here, the manufacturer will not recommend unnecessary!
· Turn off all consumers: stove, headlights, sidelights, radio, etc. - nothing should be powered by the battery and affect the parameters of the information being captured.
· Put the gearbox in neutral position, if the gearbox is automatic - put the selector in the "P" (parking) mode.
Turn off the ignition, that is, turn the ignition key to the "OFF" position.
Since I use the MUT3 dealer scanner, then I do everything further - again, on the recommendation of the Manufacturer, the following:
I disconnect the hose from the forced crankcase ventilation valve and attach a vacuum gauge
I close the hole in the forced ventilation valve
I start the engine, check the idle speed - they should be within the prescribed limits
I will focus on point number two: “I close the hole in the forced ventilation valve”; I get calls quite often from colleagues who read my articles and want to consult on something, and there were several questions that were removed after I asked again: “Did the hole in the PVC valve close before the test?”.
But what, there’s nothing to worry about, everyone starts somewhere ... below is a screen from a scanner, we look and analyze?
Incorrect vacuum readings (43 kPa)
Parameters Long Trim and Short Trim "gone in the red"
Incorrect vacuum readings (43 kPa)
Let's start with rarefaction, although this is not a very precise definition. It's more accurate to say "differential pressure" since we're comparing "barometric" (atmospheric) pressure" and "real (actual) intake manifold pressure". The difference between them is called "rarefaction". In our case, differential pressure = 43 kPa. This alone begins to raise questions, since for such motors the value of DD (differential pressure) should be plus or minus 27-30 Kpa. The difference is palpable and there must be a reason for that.
Parameters Long Trim and Short Trim “gone negative”
When these parameters go beyond the control limits (the average value is about 0%) towards enrichment or depletion of the fuel-air mixture, this may indicate some kind of malfunction in the fuel system, in the intake-exhaust system, in the ignition system, etc. You can see my short video on the topic of the question - “Before replacement”
This is the time to use a pressure sensor and really look at the ongoing processes:
The red square on the oscillogram highlighted the high-voltage pulse (I will call it colloquially: “the moment of the spark”). There, in the red square, there is the number "0", this is the top dead center. It turns out that the "spark ignites" after passing the dead center. So, it's time to look at the gas distribution system? Elegantly open and remove the casing ...
For clarity, I drew a white stripe on the timing belt: “How is the mark.” The white dot to the right and below is "as it should be." In the lower right corner of the photo - a screen from the manual for this motor.
The installation mark has shifted and gone back. For what reason? There are no miracles, everything has a reason, and for this you need to go down the belt and inspect the shaft:
There is unusualness, there is "something" - but only a careful look will notice this. We look and study the question further:
Did you notice too? There is wear on the surface. What does this mean, do you think?
Well, while you are thinking, you can watch another short video, everything becomes very clear there. Just indescribable beauty. And you can estimate how much the gear goes to the left and right and how this can affect the operation of the gas distribution mechanism:
The conclusion after the measurements done: "replace the gear." After replacing the gear, the differential pressure readings leveled off and became satisfactory for the stable operation of the motor:
And here is my third video - “After the replacement”:
But you also need to pay attention to the crankshaft. It is clear that “the iron is thick there - it will not be erased!”, But this little thing still somehow annoys ...
I will summarize the work done and draw my personal conclusions:
How wonderful this repair looks on paper! And not only this one - all articles on the "practice of repairs" are "easy, simple, beautiful." And if you think about it, ask the question: “Where does everything come from?”. I think so: - If a person came to work in a car service, in diagnostics, then you must immediately discard the desire to “Earn a lot! Now! Instantly!". For now, forget about it.
And immerse yourself in learning. There is so much to know that, as one of my friends rightly said: “Damn, there are too few hours in the day!”.
Why, at the very beginning of my story, I mentioned studying with S.P. Gazetin - this is a good way to push the hourly limits of the day and in a few days to learn and study so many materials that it would have taken me months or years. All these "courses, conferences and similar events" are nothing but "squeeze", like a concentrated thought that the lecturer gives to the audience.
P.S While I was writing this article (and I wrote it for a long time, you know - there is little time), the Legion-Avtodata company announced a The second conference "Technologies of car repair. Diagnostics of modern power units" at the end of March 2014, - autodata.ru/training/march2014/.
Well matched. Looked at the conference program - interesting. Designed for a wide range of automotive professionals. But since I mainly deal with gasoline cars Mitsubishi, Toyota, I chose a lecture by S.P. Gazetin for myself: "Diagnosis of gasoline engines based on oxygen sensor signals and lambda circuit parameters using a scanner and an oscilloscope".
From a practical point of view, the following topics are very interesting for me:
8. Fuel correction and fuel adaptation, parameters describing the processes of fuel correction and adaptation, their interpretation (adaptive corrections, additive and multiplicative correction, possible display options on the scanner display).
9. Use of parameters of fuel correction and adaptation for diagnostics of the engine and its systems.
In fact, this is about what I touched on in my article today. But since Gazetin has more experience, it will be extremely useful to listen to him.
This is what he just said:
1. "Squeeze out of knowledge and experience."
2. “In a day or two, gain knowledge and directions that would take weeks or years to study on your own.”
Kudryavtsev M.E.
© Legion-Avtodata
Numerous reviews of the Lancer 9 (Lancerf IX) allow us to judge this car as a fairly high-quality and reliable one. But since there are no perfect cars, there are small disadvantages and weaknesses Lancer 9, which are worth paying attention to both the owners of the Lancer IX, and those who are just going to buy this car.
For each problem, we decided to get the opinion of the editor of the site Lancerix.ru, and part-time, the owner of Lancer 9.
Weaknesses Mitsubishi Lancer IX
Sensitivity to fuel quality
"92nd or 95th?" - a question that is relevant for all owners of Mitsubishi Lancer 9. Disputes over the octane number do not stop among owners to this day. The instruction manual says that you should refuel with gasoline with an octane rating of 92.95 and higher. Often in Russia, the 95th is made by adding additives to the 92nd. As a result, the octane number increases, but the quality of the fuel deteriorates, which affects engine parts. The solution may be the use of 92nd gasoline. The 98th, according to the observations of some Lancer owners, can lead to engine overheating and valve failure.
Note from the editor of the site lancerix.ru: I do not consider the described issue to be a shortcoming or a weak point. I used it myself before (for about a year and a half, 95th gasoline - there were no problems). Today, I have been using the 92nd for more than a year and also no problems arise.
Fuel consumption Lancer 9
Fuel consumption is the first thing the owner pays attention to. For the most popular 1.6-liter engine option among motorists, the consumption is: in the city - 8-10 liters per 100 km, on the highway 6-9 liters per 100 km.
If the consumption increases to 15 liters per 100 km even with a 1.6 liter engine, then this means that you need to pay attention to the catalyst. It is its pollution that leads to such a large fuel consumption. The problem will be solved by replacing the catalytic converter. Ferrocene deposits contribute to catalytic failure. Ferrocene has a specific brick color and its deposits can be seen on the lambda probe and candles, which in this case will also have to be replaced.
If power is lost and gasoline consumption has increased, then perhaps the reason lies in the throttle. Some car owners are foolishly advised to clean the throttle valve, with inept cleaning, this procedure threatens to “swim” revolutions. So be careful.
Note from the editor: I have a Lancer 9 with a 1.3L engine. problems, about the expense, as you know, does not arise.
Air conditioner Lancer 9
By itself, it does not cause problems. You only need to turn it on about once a week. This must be done even in winter. The goal is to prevent leakage of air conditioner seals. You can turn it on in winter as follows: first, thoroughly warm up the interior with a heater, and only then turn on the air conditioner.
Note from the editor: to be honest, I have never heard of this procedure, so I can’t say anything about it, the air conditioner works fine.
Water in the cabin Lancer 9
If the smell of dampness and rot appeared in the car, then most likely this is due to water that has penetrated inside the passenger compartment. In some cases, water can enter through the plug between the passenger compartment and the wheel arch of the left front wheel. The problem is solved simply: you need to remove the mudguard, bend the fender liner and vigorously put the plug in place.
Editor's Note: Haven't encountered this issue.
Soundproofing Lancer 9
Noise isolation leaves much to be desired. This is especially true of thresholds and wheel arches.
Editor's Note: I totally agree. Noise isolation Lancer 9, unfortunately, is inferior to European cars. But this, in general, is the weak point of almost all "Japanese". Soon we plan to post an article on our site on soundproofing Lancer IX with our own hands.
Fogging headlights Lancer 9
This is due to the design of the headlights and may occur in wet weather. Eliminated by turning on the low beam. If this does not help, then it makes sense to contact the warranty service center. In general, the problem is solved by cleaning the ventilation holes and lubricating them with sealant.
Note from the editor: fogging of headlights can also occur after unsuccessful tuning, when their sealing is broken.
Disadvantages of Lancer 9 optics
The owners have repeatedly noted that the brightness of the headlights is clearly not enough. It is solved by replacing the dipped and main beam headlights with more suitable brightness, or by installing xenon.
Note from the editor: I remind you that the installation of xenon lamps in headlights that are not intended for this is prohibited. But no one will stop you from "collective farming" or installing special lenses.
The rather high cost of official spare parts and maintenance of Lancer 9
For a golf-class car, the Lancer is too expensive for original parts and maintenance. Of course, you can reduce costs by using suitable non-original parts.
Editor's note: I agree about original parts, but there are a huge number of analogues on the market, so there are ways to reduce the cost of service without compromising quality.
Brake discs Lancer 9
The generally recognized weak point of the Mitsubishi Lancer IX. Already by the first MOT they will need to be replaced, and at high speeds when braking they will “lead”. In some cases, they can crack or even break.
Note from the editor: you, of course, got excited about the first MOT. I myself encountered the problem of driven disks, but this happened during a run of about 80 thousand km.
Suspension Lancer 9
The suspension is hard. So long trips on not very good roads can be tiring.
Note from the editor: of course, how many people - so many opinions, but I do not think the suspension of the Lancer 9 is too stiff.
17.01.2017
Not so long ago, the Mitsubishi Lancer 9 was such a popular car in its class that many car enthusiasts had to wait half a year for their turn to become its owner. The unprecedented popularity of this car was influenced by several factors: an affordable price, positive reviews about reliability, a good brand reputation and ease of maintenance. But time does not stand still, and, today, there are already many offers for the sale of the generation on the secondary market, but despite this, the demand for the ninth generation is still great. Therefore, today I decided to find out how things are with the reliability of the car and what you should pay attention to when choosing a used Mitsubishi Lancer 9 in the secondary market.
A bit of history:
For the first time, a car of this model appeared on sale back in 1973, and continues to be successfully sold to this day. The ninth-generation Mitsubishi Lancer debuted on the world market in 2003, and already in 2005 a minor restyling was carried out, thanks to which the manufacturer managed to eliminate most of the significant miscalculations and shortcomings. In 2006, a small facelift was carried out, which touched exclusively on the grille. Almost all Lancers that are presented on the secondary market were officially sold in the CIS, but, occasionally, there are copies imported from Europe, the USA and Japan. The car became so popular that even after the tenth generation of this model entered the market, it continued to be produced and sold no worse than the novelty.
Weaknesses of the Mitsubishi Lancer 9 with mileage
As with most Japanese Mitsubishi Lancer 9 cars, it is painted with water-based paint, as a result, the paintwork is very weak and quickly becomes chipped and scratched. As for corrosion resistance, Lancer has everything in order in this component, and if the car has not been restored after serious accidents, then there should not even be a hint of corrosion on the body, the only exception can be wheel arches. Also, you can note the plastic from which the bumpers are made - it is quite strong and can withstand a slight collision without any problems. In wet weather, the headlights fog up quite often; to solve the problem, you should clean the ventilated channels and coat them with sealant.
Engines
Mitsubishi Lancer 9 was equipped with the following power units: gasoline - 1.3 (82 hp), 1.5 (90 hp), 1.6 (98 hp), 1.8 (114, 165 hp), 2.0 ( 114, 135 and 280 hp). Engines 1.5, 1.6 and 2.0 have proved to be the most reliable, their resource before overhaul is 250-300 thousand km. On engines 1.8 and 2.0, a GDI injection system is installed, which is sensitive to fuel quality, therefore, in our realities, as a rule, fuel injectors and a high-pressure fuel pump fail quite often. Also, due to the poor quality of fuel, it is often necessary to change spark plugs, their resource, in rare cases, exceeds 30,000 km. A slight twitching while driving will signal the need to replace the candles.
On a car with a 2.0 engine, two balancer shafts are installed that reduce vibration. The shafts are driven by belts that need to be changed every 90,000 km. The procedure for replacing belts is not cheap (200-400 USD), but, despite the cost, it is not worth saving on this procedure. All motors are demanding for high-quality and timely maintenance, and if this is not done, hydraulic pushers and valves will fail prematurely. If power is lost and fuel consumption has increased, most likely the throttle valve is to blame. When contacting the service, most likely, you will be offered to replace it, but often, to solve the problem, you just need to clean it. Also, the cause of the problem of unstable operation of the engine can be a worn throttle block. There are two options for solving the problem: the first is to replace the throttle valve (300-500 USD . ), the second - boring the throttle and replacing the damper (100-150 USD).
The fuel filter is installed under the rear seat and lasts no more than 30,000 km, and the cost of the original part is unpleasantly surprising. On cars with a mileage of 200,000 km or more, oil consumption increases significantly, the problem can be solved by replacing the valve stem seals and rings. Under the influence of reagents, with which our roads are generously sprinkled, the cooling radiator quickly fails (replacement will cost 300-400 USD). Generator bearings are not famous for their reliability either, replacing a generator costs a tidy sum (600-800 USD), therefore, most owners, when a problem arises, look for a generator at a disassembly, or try to repair it on their own.
Transmission
For Mitsubishi Lancer 9, three types of gearboxes were available - a five-speed manual, a four-speed automatic and a CVT. The mechanics are very reliable, the only thing that can upset the owners a little is the high cost of replacing the clutch (about $ 400), fortunately, it needs to be changed every 150-200 thousand km. There are no complaints about the reliability of the automatic transmission.
Suspension reliability Mitsubishi Lancer 9
Despite the fact that the Mitsubishi Lancer 9 is equipped with an independent suspension: MacPherson strut in front, multi-link in the back, it is difficult to call it comfortable. The original suspension is quite reliable and does not require serious investments, no more than once every 150-170 thousand km. Today, almost all cars of this brand have mileage of about 200,000 km or more, therefore, it is quite difficult to objectively say how long it will last after repair. The fact is that original spare parts are expensive and, at best, many owners take analogues of average quality, at worst - cheap China, which may need to be replaced even after 100 km of run.
The steering rack starts knocking after 100-150 thousand km, and its replacement is very expensive (from 1000 USD). Many owners restore the rail, but it is difficult to predict how long it will last after repair, therefore, be sure to check this unit not only for oil leaks, but also for backlash. Also, check the power steering hoses for cracks and power steering fluid leaks. Tie rods, in comparison with other parts of the chassis, are not particularly reliable and require replacement every 60-80 thousand km. Brake pads, on average, go 40-50 thousand km, discs - twice as long. Over time, the calipers begin to knock, in order to eliminate this knock, it is necessary to lubricate the caliper guides.
Salon
The Asian interior of the cabin immediately catches the eye, everything looks very neat, but modest. And, here, on cars with high mileage, the interior can look pretty shabby, it all depends on how the previous owner treated the car. Despite the fact that the manufacturer used inexpensive finishing materials, everything was assembled very high quality, which cannot be said about sound insulation - its quality is very low, and if you are annoyed by the noise of the wheels and the motor, you cannot do without additional noise. The only thing that can be noted is the reliability of electrical equipment, problems with it are extremely rare. If an air conditioner is installed on the car, then it must be turned on at least once a week (even in winter) to prevent leakage of the seals. Be sure to check the interior for moisture. Often, water enters the cabin through a plug between the passenger compartment and the front left wheel arch (plug replacement is required).
Outcome:
In conclusion, we can say that Mitsubishi Lancer 9 still has much more advantages than disadvantages. Therefore, if you are looking for an inexpensive and reliable car, then this is perhaps the most interesting option in this price segment.
If you are the owner of this car model, please describe the problems that you had to face during the operation of the car. Perhaps it is your review that will help readers of our site when choosing a car.
Sincerely, editorial Autoavenue
Mitsubishi Lancer IX has gained fame as a reliable and unpretentious car. There are no ideal things and the "Japanese" has its own weaknesses. Which every future owner should know about and which you need to pay attention to when buying a used car of this model.
Weaknesses of the 9th generation Mitsubishi Lancer and their manifestations
- increased oil consumption;
- throttle assembly;
- brake discs and calipers;
- steering rack;
- exhaust gas catalytic converter;
- weak LCP.
The buyer of a used car should definitely pay attention to the following:
Increased oil consumption in cars with a mileage of more than 100 thousand km.
This feature is “cured” by the correct selection of engine oil, and if it doesn’t help, by replacing oil seals, oil scraper rings, which tend to sink and wear out, and by repairing the engine, up to a major one;
Throttle assembly.
She "gnaws out" a hole in the cylinder of the mechanism, at first it does not interfere, but provokes increased wear of the mechanism. Also, washing the throttle assembly or an overgrown hole leads to an increase in idle speed - up to 1500 - 2000 rpm. Common factory defect. It is solved by replacing the assembly or repairing according to the Titus method;
Brake discs and calipers.
The problem manifests itself when braking at high speeds. The steering wheel rattles, the brake discs heat up, they start to drive, jarring. There were times when the knot split in half. The discs must be changed, preferably with a high-quality non-original analogue, and the calipers are moved and worn parts (cuffs, o-rings) are changed;
Steering rack.
When driving in a straight line on small bumps, knocks appear, as if they were knocking on the steering column with a hammer. By 150 thousand mileage, this problem manifests itself on every second car. The main reason is the corrosion of the mechanism rod at the place of sealing with glands. Leads to rupture of seals and oil leakage. You can solve this problem by buying a new rail (an expensive pleasure), buying a used rail (an analogy with a lottery: you can get to a trouble-free one and save money, or it may leak again in a month), repair with a stem replacement and a complete overhaul and replacement of all oil seals. The output will be almost a new rail at a price 2-3 times cheaper. By the way, ships can also be attributed to weak steering rods;
Exhaust gas catalytic converter.
There are two of them on the Lancer. Due to the poor quality of gasoline, the first one, which is located on the exhaust manifold and works in more aggressive conditions, fails, already upon reaching 100 thousand. When the “Check Engine” lamp came on and the reason is in the catalyst, there are not so many options, namely: replacing the converter (very expensive and inefficient, since gasoline will destroy it again after 70-100 thousand), remove and fill it with weak (1 :9) a solution of phosphoric acid and water. The method is not always effective and will help if the cells are still in order. The third method consists of removing the catalyst and installing a snag to flash the engine. Lamba probes that control the operation of the converter are moved to the second one to "deceive" the engine control program;
Weak body paint.
Before buying a body inspection is required. Chips in the future will lead to rust. Care with restorative polishes will help maintain the coating and extend its life.
In addition to the above weak points of a car of this model, it is necessary to carefully inspect the entire car before buying. Unless of course there is no way to drive it to a car service. It is worth a ride on it and listen to possible knocks, squeaks, whistles, etc. In addition to weaknesses in this car, there are a number of disadvantages that must be considered before buying a car.
Typical disadvantages of Mitsubishi Lancer from 2007-2010 release
- very poor sound insulation;
- lack of illumination of the glove compartment (apparently the designer considered it unnecessary, even if they put a flashlight in the kit);
- inconvenient switch "near / far";
- weak head optics;
- rigid suspension;
- expensive original spare parts and, by the way, in terms of their durability, I would like the best;
- small trunk volume;
- rattling of cheap plastic in the cabin;
- uncomfortable armrest;
- weak air conditioner and stove.
Let's summarize.
Despite the track record of shortcomings and weaknesses, the car is reliable, dynamic, especially with a two-liter engine, handles well and looks good. When buying, the main thing is to carefully consider the inspection, and it is best to carry out diagnostics before buying, and also not to purchase cars that were used in a taxi or in training novice drivers.
P.S. Dear owners of this car model, if, according to your observations, frequently failing parts, components or assemblies appear during operation, we will be very grateful if you report these frequent breakdowns in the comments below!
Weaknesses and main disadvantages of Mitsubishi Lancer IX with mileage was last modified: October 16th, 2019 by Administrator
