Talon (TURBO AWD) or 3000GT (SL)

So, Eagle AWD turbo or Mitsubishi 3000GT SL
I've heard good and bad thigs about both, but more about the Talon...
(most likly about its AWD and Turbo problems) They have around the
same horsepower, and around the same price and milage (116,000 to
120,000) So..anybody have any tips..to help me make my choice? OH! the
Talon is a 1995 and the 3000GT is a 1993.. So..thanxx

 

I can't comment on the Talon, but am an owner of a 1991 Mitsu 3000GT SL
(non-turbo, high output 222HP) that has about 130K miles. It has been an
exceptionally reliable vehicle and other than 3 sets of replacement tires, 3
sets of brakes, and multiple batteries has only required replacing the
alternator and an air intake servo.

That said, the 60K mile "required maintenance" is very, very expensive so
the car you are looking at with 120K is most likely coming due. This
requires replacement of the very difficult to access timing belt, the
expensive water pump, and expensive platinum spark plugs that also require
removal of the intake manifold. You most likely will also need to replace
all the rubber hoses and the ignition wires/cables if they have not been
done yet. The complete 60K maintenance noted here without the wires and
hoses will most likely set you back about $400 in parts alone and well over
$1000 if performed at the dealer.

In addition, the early 3.0L V6's had a lot of valve problems so sound very
noisy until they warm up completely and get the oil flowing to the upper
portion of the engine. They also are known to consume oil and leak quite a
bit as well.

My bottom line message here is that the 3000GT is a real blast to drive and
if its in good shape should be reliable, but would be an extremely poor
choice if you are on a tight budget or can't do the maintenance work
yourself. If you do elect to purchase one, then I highly recommend that you
purchase the factory service manual which you can find reasonably priced in
CD-ROM format online.

Bob

 

buy a mustang

 

Yeah, don't EVERY buy ANY Mitsubi$hi.