1996 Mitsubishi 3000gt 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 1996 Mitsubishi 3000gt problems
The Mitsubishi 3000GT, sold as the GTO in Japan and Dodge Stealth in the US, is a well-built car that offers excellent long-distance touring capabilities, great high-speed stability, and grip. However, like any vehicle, it has its share of common problems that potential buyers should be aware of.
- Electrical Faults: The 3000GT's engine and gearbox ECUs, which control the complex systems, are known to fail. These components are replaceable at a cost, but their location in difficult-to-reach areas increases labor costs. Regular maintenance and checking the maintenance records can help avoid this issue.
- Suspension Issues: Suspension bushes wear out regularly, leading to rattling and knocking noises. Struts can also suffer from wear, so it's essential to check the suspension thoroughly when buying a 3000GT.
- Manual Transmission Problems: Notchiness in standard operation is normal for the manual gearboxes, which were standard on all UK cars. However, transfer cases and output shafts can fail, making it crucial to have the transmission checked out by a specialist.
- Automatic Transmission Issues: Automatic boxes tend to be even more problematic and are equipped on some grey imports. Regular fluid changes and maintenance can help avoid these issues.
- Turbocharger and Intercooler Hoses: The hoses for the turbocharger and intercooler are known to pop off, especially if a car has been chipped to increase boost pressure. Checking the retaining clips and looking for signs of tampering can help avoid this issue.
- Engine Internals: Engine internals are generally reliable in standard form. However, con-rods and valves can suffer if the boost is upped too much. Modified components can have detrimental effects on reliability, so it's essential to check any modified car thoroughly.
- Active Aerodynamic Systems: Active aerodynamic systems on early cars do inevitably stop working. They are repairable but few owners have gone to the trouble of doing so.
In summary, the Mitsubishi 3000GT is a well-built car that can provide years of pleasurable motoring if maintained well. However, potential buyers should be aware of these common problems and check the car thoroughly before purchasing. Regular maintenance and checking the maintenance records can help avoid many of these issues.
Does the Mitsubishi 3000GT a reliable car?
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 did Mitsubishi stop making 3000GT?
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.
How long do Mitsubishi 3000gts last?
Yep, it'll last as long as you take care of it. I know of a few above 300k. 1997 3000GT VR4 - 17 years of ownership - TD05-16G E85 600whp - Daily Driver 😈 - Broken Again! definatly 250k+ miles if you take care of it.
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.
1996 Mitsubishi 3000gt car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Mitsubishi 3000gt problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Power train problems
- Seat belts problems
- Equipment problems
- Vehicle speed control problems
- Child seat problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 1996 Mitsubishi 3000gt vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
1996 Mitsubishi 3000gt complaints
The NHTSA has received 25 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1996 Mitsubishi 3000gt.
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-05-29
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: SEATBELT DOES NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY, LEAVING SLACK IN THE BELT SO IT DOES NOT HOLD DRIVER IN CASE OF CRASH. *TR
SEAT BELTS,EQUIPMENT,CHILD SEAT PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-08-01
- VIN: JA3AM84J9TY
- Components: SEAT BELTS,EQUIPMENT,CHILD SEAT
- Summary: NORMAL EVERYDAY USAGE OF SEAT BELTS. THE FRONT SEAT BELTS DO NOT WORK ANY MORE THEY PULL OUT BUT DO NOT RETRACT BACK. MITSUBISHI SAYS TO WIPE THE BELT DOWN WITH A DAMP CLOTH THEN DRY OFF TO REMOVE DIRT. THIS DOES NOT WORK NOW MY FRONT SEATBELTS DO NOT WORK AT ALL THEY STAY FULLY EXTENDED AND WILL NOT RETRACT TO PROVIDE ANY RESTRAINT IN THE EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT OR ANY RESTRAINT AT ALL FOR THAT MATTER. (RELATED VEHICLE INFORMATION: MODEL YEAR=1996, MAKE=MITSUBISHI, MODEL=3000GT). *TR
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-06-12
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: SEAT BELT DOESN'T RETRACT PROPERLY TO PERFORM SAFELY. IT IS SLACK WHEN IT'S SUPPOSED TO BE TIGHT AGAINST MY CHEST. *TR
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-03-30
- VIN: JA3AM84J9TY
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: I HAVE A 96 MITSUBISHI 3000GT AND MY FRONT SEAT BELTS DO NOT RETRACT AFTER BEING PUT ON OR TAKEN OFF. IF I WERE TO GET INTO AN ACCIDENT THEY WOULD DO VERY LITTLE TO PROTECT ME. I TRIED TO SEE IF MITSUBISHI WOULD FIX THE PROBLEM BUT THEY SAID THEY ARE NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY. JUST FIGURED I WOULD LET SOME ONE KNOW OF THIS PROBLEM WITH THE MITSUBISHI SEAT BELTS. *JB
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-07-30
- VIN: JA3AN74K6TY
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: 1996 MITSUBISHI 3000GT VR4 - DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S SEAT BELTS DO NOT RETRACT AFTER USE. THIS HAS BEEN AN ISSUE SINCE I'VE OWNED THE CAR - PURCHASED IN 07/2000. *JB
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1996-01-01
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: THE SEAT BELT SYSTEM IN MY 1996 MITSUBISHI 3000GT VR-4 DOES NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY. THE BELTS DO NOT RETURN TO THEIR RETRACTED STATE AFTER USE. MOREOVER, USING THE SEAT BELT IS DIFFICULT BECAUSE OF THE OVER-THE-SHOULDER LOOP THE BELT PASSES THRU CAUSES THE BELT TO BE "TIED UP".*JB
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-12-28
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: I OWN A 1996 MITSUBISHI 3000GT THAT HAS HAD BOTH FRONT SEATBELTS FAIL TO OPERATE CORRECTLY. I HAVE REPLACED THESE BELT TWICE NOW AND THE PROBLEM SEEMS TO COME BACK AFTER A FEW MONTHS. I FEEL THIS IS A DEFECT IN THE PRODUCT THAT NEEDS TO BE ADDRESSED BY THE MANUFACTURER AS A RECALL. THIS IS A SERIOUS SAFETY DEFECT.
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-04-21
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER SEAT BELTS DO NOT RETRACT FULLY AND DO NOT LOCK IN PLACE. I FEEL THIS IS VERY UNSAFE IF AN ACCIDENT WERE TO OCCUR. THE SEAT BELT IS ONLY FUNCTIONAL AS A WAIST HARNESS, BECAUSE THIS RENDERS THE SHOULDER HARNESS USELESS. *NM
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-05-03
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: THE DRIVER SIDE SEAT BELT ON MY 1996 MITSUBISHI 3000GT VR-4 HAS PROBLEMS RETRACTING. IF I LEAN FORWARD, IT WON'T AUTOMATICALLY RETRACT TO PICK UP THE SLACK. THIS HAS BEEN HAPPENING EVER SINCE I PURCHASED THE CAR IN MAY 2003. SINCE THE BELT WON'T AUTOMATICALLY RETRACT, I HAVE TO PHYSICALLY PULL IT OUT, THEN LET IT GO FOR IT TO TAKE IN ALL THE SLACK. THE PROBLEM HASN'T BEEN FIXED BECAUSE MITSUBISHI DOESN'T THINK IT IS A PROBLEM. IF IT FAILS DURING AN ACCIDENT, MY DEATH COULD RESULT. *NM
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-07-21
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: SEAT BELTS DO NOT RETRACT PROPERLY. *JB
POWER TRAIN,EQUIPMENT PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-10-02
- VIN: JA3AN74K8TY
- Components: POWER TRAIN,EQUIPMENT
- Summary: TRANSFER CASE SEIZED UP DUE TO LEAK N TRANSFERCASE. MANUFACTURER REFUSES TO UPHOLD RECALL AND FIX THE PROBLEM. DURING SEIZE UP CSR LOSTCONTROL AND SPUN OUT OF CONTROL ON I-25 LUCKLY NO ONE WAS INJUERD BUT I STILL HOLD MITSUBISHI AND DEALERS RESPONSIBLE. THEY STILL HAVE YET TO CONTACT MY LAWYER. *AK
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-08-25
- VIN: JA3AM84J6TY
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: MY WIFE WAS DRIVING OUR AUTOMATIC 1996 3000GT AT APPROX. 60 MILES PER HR WHEN CAR SURGED FORWARD 4 TIMES IN A ROW. SHE ALMOST HIT VEHICLE IN FRONT OF HER! CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. SHE WAS LESS THAN A MILE HOME AND DROVE CAR VERY SLOWLY HOME. VEHICLES REVERSE NO LONGER WORKS AT ALL!!! CAR IS ABLE TO GO INTO DRIVE BUT WILL NOT SHIFT OUT OF FIRST GEAR AND WILL NOT GO OVER 20 MILES PER HR NOW! CAR HAS BEEN TOWED TO DEALER BUT NO WORD ON WHAT IS WRONG WITH IT YET.*AK
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-05-07
- VIN: PLEASE PROV
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING AT LOW SPEEDS THE TRANSMISSION SEIZED. THE CONSUMER HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED. THE DEALERSHIP WAS NOTIFIED BUT DID NOT RESOLVE THE PROBLEM. THE CAUSE WAS NOT DETERMINED. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. *NM
WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-01-28
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- VIN: JA3AN74K6TY
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: BOUGHT CAR WITH 46,000 MILES AND ALL 4 RIMS HAD THE CHROME PEELING OFF. THE CHROME PEELING WAS EXTREMELY BAD FROM THE BACK OF THE RIM BUT THE FRONT SHOWS MAJOR SIGNS OF PEELING. I CUT MY FINGERS/HAND MULTIPLE TIMES CHANGING THE TIRE. *LA
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Crash: 1
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: THE CONSUMER NOTICED WHILE TRAVELING 50-55 MPH WHEN DEPRESSING THE GAS PEDAL TO GAIN SPEED, THE PEDAL BECAME STUCK WHICH RESULTED IN A CRASH. *JB
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-08-26
- VIN: JA3AN74K8TY
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: I OWN A 1996 MITSUBISHI 3000GT VR-4 WITH A 6 SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION. MY FRIEND, BRIAN WATSON AND I WERE TRAVELING EASTBOUND ON HIGHWAY 20, JUST ABOUT 50 MILES EAST OF BEND, OR. I MADE AN ATTEMPT TO SHIFT FROM 5TH TO 6TH GEAR, BUT BECAUSE OF SOME PROBLEMS WITH WHAT I NOW UNDERSTAND TO BE THE SYCROS, IT WENT INTO 4TH GEAR. NOT NOTICING IT WAS IN 4TH GEAR BECAUSE I HAD SHIFTED IT INTO THE POSITION OF 6TH, I LET OUT THE CLUTCH AND PRESSED THE ACCELERATOR. SHORTLY AFTER, I HEARD THIS POP. I LOOKED DOWN AND NOTICED THE RPM'S WERE PAST THE RED LINE, THIS IS WHEN I FIGURED OUT THAT THE CAR WAS IN 4TH GEAR. I SHIFTED IT BACK INTO 5TH GEAR AND BEGAN TO SLOW DOWN, CONCERNED ABOUT THE POP SOUND I HAD HEARD. I ASKED BRIAN, IF HE HAD HEARD IT AND HE TOLD ME NO. I ASKED HIM IF HE WAS SURE HE DIDN'T HEAR IT, HE TOLD ME NO, SO I KEPT DRIVING. SHORTLY AFTER, I STARTED HEARING CLANKING SOUNDS COMING FROM WHAT SOUNDED LIKE THE TRANSMISSION. THE ENGINE STOPPED, THE VEHICLE STARTED SLOWING DOWN RAPIDLY. I IMMEDIATELY PULLED OVER OFF THE PAVEMENT ONTO THE GRAVEL ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. I NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD OF THE CAR. I'M WORRIED THAT MY CAR IS ABOUT TO CATCH ON FIRE. I BEGAN POURING THE WATER ONTO THE TRANSMISSION, WHICH WAS BOILING THE WATER AT THIS POINT, BUT IT SEEMED TO BE ENOUGH TO STOP THE ENGINE AREA FROM SMOKING. LATER I FOUND OUT THAT THE TRANSAXLE WAS BAD AND THAT IT COSTS $4414.29 NEW, PLUS $696.00 FOR LABOR. I ASKED IF THEY COULD GET THE TRANSAXLE REPLACED CONSIDERING THE DRIVE TRAIN HAS A 60,000-MILE WARRANTY ON IT AND MY MILEAGE IS ONLY 66,000-MILES. THE LOCAL DEALERSHIP SAID NO AND SO DID THE PERSON THAT MADE THE DECISION AFTER I CALLED MITSUBISHI. SO I AM WRITING IN HOPES THAT YOU MIGHT BE ABLE TO ASSIST ME IN THIS MATTER. THE TRANSAXLE SHOULD NOT HAVE SHIFTED INTO THE WRONG GEAR, IT ALSO SHOULD HAVE NOT EXPLODED BECAUSE IT WAS IN ABOVE RED LINE.*JB
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-11-01
- VIN: JA3AN74K9TY
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING AT 80 MPH THE VEHICLE TRANSFER CASE FAILED. THIS CAUSED THE REAR WHEELS TO LOCK UP RESULTING IN CONSUMER LOSING CONTROL OF VEHICLE. PLEASE PROVIDE MORE DETAILS. TS
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-09-24
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: TRANSMISSION LOCKED UP ON VEHICLE LEAVING THE VEHICLE IN 3RD GEAR, THEREFORE KEEPING VEHICLE FROM MANUEVERING AND DRIVING PROPERLY. WAS REASON FOR POTENTIAL ACCIDENT. TS
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-01-01
- VIN: JA3AN74KXTY
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: THE VEHICLE IS LEAKING TRANSMISSION FLUID AND WHILE SHIFTING GEAR THE VEHICLE ARE HARD. THE DEALERSHIP IS AWARE OF THE PROBLEM.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1998-11-08
- VIN: JA3AN74K3TY
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: THIS IS MY 2ND TRANNY BECAUSE THE FIRST TRANNY WAS GRINDING FROM A 1ST TO 2ND GEAR. THE PROBLEM WAS THE 1-2 GEAR SYNCHRO THAT GOT WORN OUT DUE TO THE MANUFACTURER'S POOR DESIGN. UPON FAILURE AT 55MPH, THE CAR SUDDENLY STOPPED AND THE TRANSMISSION AND TRANSFER CASE LOCKED UP. THE BAY RIDE MITSUBISHI DEALERSHIP ASKED ME TO REPLACE TO A NEW TRANSMISSION WHICH COST ME $3000. I DID AND THE CAR RAN FINE FOR THE FIRST 15K MILES THEN THE SHIFTING BECAME NOTCHY AND THAT'S WHEN MY TRANSFER CASE GAVE UP AND I BOUGHT A NEW ONE AND INSTALLED IT MYSELF. SOMETHING OUGHT TO BE DONE ABOUT MITSUBISHI'S POOR TRANSMISSION DESIGN.*AK
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-08-01
- VIN: JA3AN74KXTY
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: CONSTANT LEAKING FRONT TRANSFER CASE. DEALER REFUSES TO WORK ON COMPONENT AND HAS STATED THAT "TRANSMISSION" HAS BEEN OVERFILLED. CAR HAS SIT IN THE DRIVEWAY FOR THE PAST 3 WEEKS WITHOUT BEING DRIVEN. TRANSFER CASE IS NOW EMPTY OF FLUID.*AK
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-06-06
- VIN: JA3AN74K5TY
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: THIS IS THE THIRD TRANSMISSION THAT I'VE HAD PUT IN MY CAR, AND I'VE ONLY OWNED THE CAR FOR TWO YEARS. FIRST TRANSMISSION WENT, AND WAS REPLACED. ONE MONTH LATER I HAD TO GO BACK IN BECAUSE OF THE TRANSFER CASE HAD GONE BAD. AND NOW, A YEAR LATER, MY SYNCHROS ARE GOING OUT ALREADY. IN ABOUT THREE MONTHS, I BELEIVE I WILL NEED A NEW TRANSMITION, ONCE AGAIN. IT'S AN ONGOING CYCLE. OR A WAY FOR THE COMPANY TO MAKE LOTS OF MONEY, FOR OUR TRANSMITIONS ARE VERY EXPENSIVE.THIS IS THE THIRD TRANSMITION THAT I'VE HAD PUT IN MY CAR, AND I'VE ONLY OWNED THE CAR FOR TWO YEARS. FIRST TRANSMITION WENT, AND WAS REPLACED. ONE MONTH LATER I HAD TO GO BACK IN BECAUSE OF THE TRANSFER CASE HAD GONE BAD. AND NOW, A YEAR LATER, MY SYNCHROS ARE GOING OUT ALREADY. IN ABOUT THREE MONTHS, I BELEIVE I WILL NEED A NEW TRANSMITION, ONCE AGAIN. IT'S AN ONGOING CYCLE. OR A WAY FOR THE COMPANY TO MAKE LOTS OF MONEY, FOR OUR TRANSMITIONS ARE VERY EXPENSIVE.*AK
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-10-23
- VIN: JA3AN74K5TY
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: TRANSMISSION WAS UNDER WARRANTY AT THE TIME. FIRST THE HUB WENT OUT ON THE TRANSIMISSION BETWEENT THE FIRST AND SECOND SYNCHRO. ABOUT 50 MILES AFTER I HAD THE NEW TRANNY PUT IN, THE TRANSFER CASE WENT BAD.*AK
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1996-11-09
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: WHEN USING THE POWER BUTTON TO PASS ANOTHER VEHICLE, ACCELERATOR PEDAL STUCK TO THE FLOOR AND THE CAR ACCELERATED TO (90) MPH . SHUTTING THE POWER BUTTON OFF OR STEPPING ON THE BRAKE, DID NOT DISENGAGE THE PEDAL. *AK
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1996-04-03
- VIN: JA3AM54J3TY
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: DRIVER EXPERIENCES SEVERE VEHICLE VIBRATION WHILE DRIVING OVER 60 MPH, INDEPENDENT TIRE DEALER SAID FRAME WAS BENT WHICH CAUSES SEVERE VIBRATIONS. *AK
1996 Mitsubishi 3000gt recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 1 recalls for different components of the 1996 Mitsubishi 3000gt.
- Manufacturer: MITSUBISHI AMERICA
- Components: POWER TRAIN:TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE)
- Summary: ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, A CONDITION EXISTS THAT ALLOWS OIL TO LEAK FROM THE ALL-WHEEL DRIVE TRANSFER CASE.
- Consequence: LOW OIL LEVELS IN THE TRANSFER CASE COULD CAUSE BEARING DAMAGE AND RESULT IN DRIVE TRAIN LOCKUP, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE TRANSFER CASE FOR INDICATIONS OF OIL LEAKAGE OR DAMAGE. VEHICLES THAT HAVE OIL LEAKAGE WILL HAVE THE TRANSFER CASE RESEALED AND RE-FILL THE TRANSFER CASE TO THE PROPER LEVEL, OR REPLACED THE TRANSFER CASE IF THERE IS EVIDENCE OF DAMAGE. OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DECEMBER 9, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT MITSUBISHI AMERICA AT 1-888-648-7820 OR MITSUBMISHI CARIBBEAN AT 1-787-251-8715.
Negative 1996 Mitsubishi 3000gt car reviews
Positive 1996 Mitsubishi 3000gt car reviews
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877 of these cars were produced. The automatic hardtop was not available since the 1960s' Ford Skyliner. The car features 17-inch tall, 8.5-inch wide chrome wheels and high-performance tires, which are mated with an automatic/adjustable electronically controlled suspension (ECS). Additionally, all-wheel drive (AWD) and all-wheel steering (AWS) only add to the already impressive handling, despite the less-stiff structural design of a convertible. The cockpit is completed with computerized climate control. Although you can definitely feel the road, the driving experience is great. However, imperfections in the road sometimes cause the car to pull slightly.
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This sports car is an absolute steal for the price! It's a 1997 SL model that turns more heads than any Vette or Mustang out there. I've owned one Vette and two Cobras, but this car's acceleration is something else. It's even better on the highway. The SL is much lighter than the VR-4, and with 218hp, it really goes. I topped out at 158mph! If you're looking to turn heads and feel great, this is definitely the car for you.
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I also own a 97 Mitsu VR-4, so I'm quite familiar with the platform. However, when I purchased a 95 Spyder a year ago, I was blown away! The retractable top is mesmerizing, and the styling is simply over the top. I've even noticed Porsche, Ferrari, and BMW drivers turning their heads to take a look at this beauty. People still ask me if it's a new car! Although the retail value of these cars has declined over the years, I believe that they will eventually rise in value since there are so few vehicles out there.
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I've had this vehicle for 4 years and 75,000 miles and I'm already thinking about keeping it even after I buy my next one. It's definitely a keeper!
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They stopped making this car - too bad! It had high performance, luxury, and sexy styling in a two-door coupe. Today, performance cars are either 4-door sedans, tiny roadsters, or underpowered coupes like the Monte Carlo. Also, it was very reliable. What's wrong with today's consumer? In my youth, 4-door cars were for 'dorks'.
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Arne Hudson 2025-01-08
I completely agree with most of what has been posted regarding the reliability and handling. However, I have noticed that the pick-up kind of lags a bit. Surprisingly, I don't enjoy driving it as much as I thought I would. I prefer to drive my 4Runner! As someone who is 6' tall, I feel too tall for this car. It's hard to get in and out of, the roof is too low, and the visibility isn't great - especially when the dash is shiny and reflects into the windshield. Additionally, many of the interior plastic bits have broken, which is quite disappointing. Overall, I think the exterior looks pretty sharp though!