Are 1995–1999 (2G) Mitsubishi Eclipse Reliable? Options

[ilmatic]

my buddy is trying to get one for his first car and im not in any way a car expert

[95CelicaST]

So instead of catering to what he was asking you suggest a s13 - the most common car for tuners.

The sohc motor isn't what makes it quick - awd does that.

And yes, you should spend 180 on a new water pump, timing belt, accessory belts, etc. on the ej20. Those things are common sense with any motor.

And there is always better ways to spend money than on cars. Car a or car b. In the end it is up to the buyer, who says he wants anything exclusive.

And next time you should state that your comments are of opinion instead of calling the car slow as crap. Pretty sure the rs will destroy his friend's civic.


Also the suggestion of a sc300 or sc400 is a good one. Even in automatic they are fast and very smooth. The sc400 is the faster of the two.

[Nartanian]

So instead of catering to what he was asking you suggest a s13 - the most common car for tuners.

-If he's looking at a 2G eclipse, I don't see any reason why he would over look the s13. Both cars are very common from an import enthusiast stand point. But as stated, his friend already has one.

The sohc motor isn't what makes it quick - awd does that.

-Awd does not make your car quicker. It's actually does the opposite. There is more added rotational parts that add weight. Also, with AWD cars, you loose a higher amount of power at the wheels due to the drivetrain. Spinning 2 wheels is more efficient than spinning 4 wheels power wise. The only way it would be quicker is from dig. But then you risk damaging if not destroying the tranny, t-case, clutch and/or axles from launching. Reliable? I think not.

And yes, you should spend 180 on a new water pump, timing belt, accessory belts, etc. on the ej20. Those things are common sense with any motor.

-Again, added cost.

And there is always better ways to spend money than on cars. Car a or car b. In the end it is up to the buyer, who says he wants anything exclusive.

-Very much agreed

And next time you should state that your comments are of opinion instead of calling the car slow as crap. Pretty sure the rs will destroy his friend's civic.

-It should be obvious that that comment was MY opinion and not a fact. Just like how it's YOUR opinion that you think they are quick. "Quick" is a relative word.

Also the suggestion of a sc300 or sc400 is a good one. Even in automatic they are fast and very smooth. The sc400 is the faster of the two.


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This post has been edited by Nartanian: Jul 12, 2010 - 1:17 PM