1995 Mitsubishi 3000gt spyder problems
The Mitsubishi 3000GT is a front-engine, all-wheel/front-wheel drive grand touring/sports car manufactured and marketed by Mitsubishi from 1990 until 2000 over three different generations. Manufactured in a three-door hatchback coupé body style in Nagoya, Japan, the 2+2 four-seaters were marketed in the Japanese domestic market (JDM) as the GTO, and globally as 3000GT. In North America, it was sold both as the Mitsubishi 3000GT (1991–1999) and the Dodge Stealth (1991–1996), a badge engineered, mechanically identical captive import. As a collaborative effort between Chrysler and Mitsubishi Motors, Chrysler was responsible for the Stealth's exterior styling.
The car was based on Mitsubishi's Sigma/Diamante and retained their transverse mounted 3-liter, 24-valve V6 engines and front-wheel-drive layout. The GTO's engines were naturally aspirated or with twin-turbochargers and were also available with active aerodynamics (automatically adjusting front and rear spoilers), four-wheel-steering, full-time all-wheel-drive and adaptive suspension.
Mitsubishi marketed a retractable hardtop variant, which were engineered and converted from coupé models in California by ASC, and sold as the GT Spyder or VR4 Spyder for model years 1993–1995. These were the first fully automated retractable hardtop marketed since the 1959 Ford Skyliner.
The JDM model took its name from the Galant GTO, a two-door hardtop coupé marketed by the company in the early 1970s, which in turn took its name from the Ferrari 250 GTO, short for Gran Turismo Omologata – "Omologata" signifying that it met motorsport homologation requirements.
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Common 1995 Mitsubishi 3000gt spyder problems
The Mitsubishi 3000GT Spyder 1995 has encountered several common issues based on owner complaints:
- Weight Distribution: Due to the added weight of the roof mechanism and structural reinforcements, the car's weight distribution is shifted towards the rear, leading to potential handling issues during cornering.
- Mechanical Issues: The Spyder Convertible shares common mechanical problems with other 3000GT models, such as issues with the timing belt and water pump. Failure to replace these components at regular intervals can result in engine damage.
- Electrical Problems: The unique features of the convertible, including the roof mechanism, require additional sensors and control modules, leading to potential electrical gremlins and other issues over time.
- Suspension Concerns: Suspension bushes wear out regularly, causing rattling and knocking noises. Struts can also suffer from wear, impacting the car's ride quality.
- Transmission Issues: Both manual and automatic transmissions can present problems. Manual gearboxes may exhibit notchiness in operation, while automatic transmissions tend to be more problematic, especially in grey imports. Transfer cases and output shafts are components that may fail, requiring thorough inspection by a specialist.
- Boost and Engine Reliability: Engine internals are generally reliable in standard form, but increasing boost pressure can lead to issues with con-rods and valves. Modified components in some cars can affect overall reliability.
- Aerodynamics: Active aerodynamic systems on early cars may stop working over time. While repairable, few owners have undertaken the necessary maintenance, impacting the car's aerodynamic performance.
These issues highlight the importance of regular maintenance, timely repairs, and thorough inspections to ensure the Mitsubishi 3000GT Spyder 1995 remains in optimal condition for enjoyable motoring.
Are Mitsubishi 3000GT good cars?
It's almost always more cost effective to get a well sorted car than attempting to fix someone else's modified experiment. While there are a number of potential issues to watch out for, the 3000GT is a well-built car and if maintained well can provide years of pleasurable motoring.
Why was the 3000GT discontinued?
1999 was the final year the 3000GT was available in the U.S. market. With sales slowing to a trickle and new side impact regulations looming, production for the Japanese domestic market finally ceased in 2000. A last two cars were sold the following year.
Is the 3000GT a rare car?
While the 1999 3000GT VR-4 is the rarest of the bunch, with just 287 being sold in the US market before Mitsubishi discontinued the 3000GT, a 1998 model with so few miles on the odometer is likely even rarer.
Is a 3000GT a super car?
While researching a recent story on Mitsubishi, I was reminded of a model which was sold in Australia during the Japanese supercar era of the GT-R and NSX which barely rates a mention these days - the 3000GT.
1995 Mitsubishi 3000gt spyder car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Mitsubishi 3000gt spyder problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Service brakes problems
- Hydraulic problems
- Power train problems
- Seat belts problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 1995 Mitsubishi 3000gt spyder vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
1995 Mitsubishi 3000gt spyder complaints
The NHTSA has received 3 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1995 Mitsubishi 3000gt spyder.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-01-01
- VIN: JA3AW75KXSY
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1995 MITSUBISHI 3000GT VR4 SPYDER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ABS BULB BURNED OUT. AFTER SEVERAL NEAR CRASHES, IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT THERE WAS FAILURE WITH THE ANTI LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM. MITSUBISHI'S DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM COULD NOT COMMUNICATE WITH THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE COMPUTER SYSTEM BECAUSE OF THE YEAR OF THE VEHICLE. HE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO FIVE DIFFERENT PLACES, INCLUDING THE MITSUBISHI DEALER, BUT NONE OF THEM COULD DIAGNOSE THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE. THE ANTILOCK BRAKING SYSTEM PUMP, THE ANTI LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM COMPUTER, AND THE WHEEL SENSORS HAVE BEEN REPLACED; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE STILL PERSISTS. IT HAS BEEN CONCLUDED THAT THERE IS NO REPAIR FOR THIS FAILURE. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN DRIVEN FOR MORE THAN FOUR MONTHS. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 82,000 AND FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 78,000.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-06-19
- VIN: JA3AW75K9SY
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: FLUID WAS DISCOVERED LEAKING FROM THE TRANSFER CASE ON MY 1995 3000GT SPYDER VR-4 ON JUNE 19 2006. I FOUND A RECALL FOR THIS ON AUTOMOTIVE.COM. I CONTACTED LIBERTYVILLE MITSUBISHI AND WAS TOLD THAT MY VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER DID NOT QUALIFY FOR THE RECALL. THEY COULD NOT TELL ME WHY IT DID NOT QUALIFY. I CONTACTED MITSUBISHI AMERICA AT 1-888-648-7820 AS SUGGESTED ON THE WEBSITE HTTP://WWW-ODI.NHTSA.DOT.GOV/CARS/PROBLEMS/RECALLS/RESULTS.CFM. MITSUBISHI TOLD ME THAT THE RECALL NUMBER WAS C0203N, AND THAT IT HAD EXPIRED ON JANUARY 2005. I THEN CONTACTED THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 888-327-4236. THEY TOLD ME THAT THE RECALL NUMBER WAS 02V143001, AND THAT IT SHOULD BE GOOD FOR 10 YEARS AFTER THE ORIGINAL RECALL DATE, WHICH WAS MAY 2002. THEY ALSO SUGGESTED THAT I FILL OUT THIS COMPLAINT. *JB
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-04-10
- VIN: JA3AW75K7SY
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: I OWN A 1995 MITSUBISHI 3000GT SPYDER VR4, AND I HAVE HAD PROBLEMS WITH THE SEAT BELTS FAILING TO RETRACT. THE SEAT BELT HAS TOO MUCH SLACK, AND DOES NOT RETRACT WHEN EITHER BUCKLED OR NOT BUCKLED. THIS IS A SERIOUS PROBLEM THAT NEEDS TO BE ATTENDED TO. OUR CARS ARE TOO OLD TO RECEIVE THE FACTORY WARRANTY, SO THERE IS A NEED FOR A RECALL SO THAT WE CAN RECEIVED NEW PARTS. IF FIXED THIS COULD SAVE SOMEONE'S LIFE, IF UNATTENDED TO, THIS COULD SERIOUSLY INJURE SOMEONE, BUT NOT RESTRAINING THE OCCUPANTS IF A COLLISION OCCURS. *JB
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