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i am waiting for 2000 reeebate for 2001 car,any one knows when??
I haven;t heard anyone here on on yahoo's club say anyhting about radiator leak ...
most common complains are rattles and plastic parts falling apart ..
I bought a black Galant GTZ and I LOVE it!! I have been driving everywhere so I hope it can take a whole lotta miles in its lifetime I got the 2001 and took the 1.9 financing... I did a bunch of calculations and it made the most sense. So 1,000 miles in, and so far I am 100% thrilled with my new ride!
I could have gotten more Honda for less money on a lease, but after driving an Accord for three years, I couldn't bear the boredom any more.
The Accord seats five comfortably to the Galant's four, and the creature comforts are better (much more storage under your right arm on the driver's side; 12 radio stations instead of six; sunglasses holder). Also, the odometer reads in tenths of a mile and the trunk is bigger.
The Accord V6 was 15/mo. cheaper than the Galant (in Atlanta), but styling won out.
If you're looking for a roomier, more comfortable car, go with the Accord. If you want more styling, go with the Galant.
I also drove from Atlanta to B'ham and back (four hours on I-20) and did not see one other Galant, so you'll be driving a much more unique car.
Pissed off !!!!
About Transmision thing .. I haven't seen anyone here posting that kind of problem yet
The problems with my car were numerous: 1) tachometer worked intermittently, 2) dome light didn't shut off (yes I had it in the "off" position or the "door" position), 3) "auto off" function for the headlights didn't work, 4) fuel gage worked improperly, 5) engine block had a oil leak, which was discovered at 9000 miles, 6) brake rotors were warped, 7) stay bolts on back passenger door were missing, 8) steering wheel had a lot of vibration, and 9) had to jump start car twice in December and the car would shut off while driving (battery failed load test).
What was frustrating about these problems was not the problems themselves but the treatment I received from the service department. Every time I brought my car in they were either not able to "duplicate" the problem or they dismissed what I was telling them was wrong (like the oil leak--"It's probably just the rust inhibit or", or like the vibration in the steering wheel--I told them that I thought maybe the tires were out of balance and they told me "It's the way the car is supposed to feel"--they finally balanced the tires and the vibration is gone). Also, for whatever reason, they could not put the car back together properly (dash is never snapped back together, etc). The final straw was the awful scratches/gashes they left in my paint job (presumably from their wash rack). I also found it annoying that a majority of the service representatives told me I should have purchased a Toyota Carry (FYI--this dealership also sells Camrys). I have decided that I would rather drive my car 60 miles to another dealer for service then take it back to where it was being serviced.
I am happy to report that my Galant is problem free since December 26, 2000 (knock on wood and thankfully the car is under warranty). You definitely can't beat the value of the Galant. I sometimes find it hard to believe that I got a good-looking car with mahogany, cd player, power windows/locks, fog lights, etc. for $18,000 out-the-door (ie, price includes 6% sales tax and title). It would be rare to get this kind of a deal on a brand new Honda Accord, Toyota Camry, or VW Passat.
Anyway, has anyone else had any similar problems with their Galant? And, for anyone who lives around Lansing, MI, have you had any problems with the service department at Spartan Motor mall?
If you like, you can email me at Peterslaw@aol.com.
I WAS IMPRESSED WITH THE CARS POWER AND HANDLING, NOT TO MENTION THE GREAT GAS MILEAGE. THE INFINITY SOUND SYSTEM COULDN'T BE BETTER !! THE PRICE WASN'T BAD, AFTER CAR SHOPPING FOR A WHILE, THIS CAR SHOULD BE THE BANG FOR THE BUCK !
Also, how is fuel economy with the V6 engine? I want a V6, but don't wanna put premium gas in it. Is it required?
Lastly, how are the new-generation Galants holding up from 1999 on? Just curious, because I know some of the older models had transmission problems and such and I want a reliable car. Thanks alot in advance for your help.
About transmission ... Someone posted about that problem with his 95 galant I think ... but since the new generations is still kind of new, we may not know much about it yet ... If you're thinking of getting rid of it after warranty expires.. that shouldn't be a big deal.
About fuel .. I'm getting 24 mpg on like 50% freeway .. 4-cyl ... 89
About tires, I'm gonna upgrade for 17" .. I think bigger wheels look better ..
But still tnihking about durability,vary intresting posting about bad trannies..
I 'd like to hear somebody who has 1999 model about their experience with Galant ES.
I dont know,do I have sell this car and stick with another?(which one has same engine for 20k)
Summary: Mitsubishi builds great cars!!
Does anybody have some idea if there are better tires than GY,but not very expensive?.
Does 3-36k warrantie covered rims?
F/L
Someone from another forum replace their existing fogs w/ ones from catz I think the model is "MSC" They stated they didn't need the wiring that came w/ the lights. It'll work w/ the existing wiring for the factory fogs.
2001 Galant GTZ dover white
apex-i intake
apex-i turbo dunk w/ custom piping
coilover suspension w/ adjustable struts (2.5")
bigger power slot rotors frnt/rear
bigger 2 piston calipers front
LS front stabilizer bar
lower pulley
custom rear lights
17" enkei shoguns w/ nitto 450's
triptonic shifter
getting done within these 2-3 weeks
custom body kit
engine work (custom twin turbo)
and misc electronics
Have fun and good luck with your cars
John
e-mail me if you need performace parts for these car
I'm looking to buy a 2001 Es 4cyl. and would like some feedback on gas mileage. 21 city and 28 hwy is what is in print but is anyone doing better? It will be drive 2800-3200 hwy miles a month in Florida, i.e. no hills. Any help will be appreciated thanks