Used 1999 Daewoo Nubira Consumer Reviews
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Great Value
If you're looking for a great little car, this is it. For the cost of a base model Honda or Toyota you can have all the extras, even a leather interior. I have had 16 cars in my 20 years of driving experience and this one has been the least disappointing. Almost 65k miles and nothing more than routine maintenance. My main reasons for going Daewoo were the value, gas mileage, and the dealer really went the extra mile to give me the max for my trade.
never a problem
A fine car. Inexpensive to buy (it was loaded) and to run. I never had a problem so far. It is fast, reliable and looks nice. I'ts a real pity that the company went under, because it would have been a great investment. Unfortunately now the resale value went to the pits, but its a fact unrelated to the quality of the product. I guess I'll just keep it until it dies.
very good car
I bought this car in Aug. 2005. It has been a very good car. It now has 66000 miles on it. I have replaced the water pump though. Also the car was pulling when I push the gas and go around corners; I researched it and found that the bushings behind the front tires needed to be replaced. Overall this car has been great; the re-sale value is horrible though because of the company going out of business. The car has proven to be reliable, gas mileage around 24-26 mpg. It has very good power and pick up compared to most 4 cylinders I have driven. I would recommend it to anyone
great ride
I love this very spunky auto that has plenty of power and manuvers well. It gives a comfortable ride and response is very good. Has a lot A/C, P/W, P/L, power roof, alarm, keyless entry, and 4 speed automatic,etc. The seats are comfortable, a big concern for me because of my back. The versitile back seats fold down 60/40, and both my wife and daughter agree that the passenger seats are comfortable. All controlls are within comfortable reach and are placed well. Wonder why I don't see more Daewoos around. With all that it has going for it I would expectmore people would have one.
Nice car overall, bad fuel economy
Good car if not the fuel economy (avg. 18 miles per galon, squeaking driver's seat and rattling doors' plastic.
Review
Been driving the deawoo for a couple of years now. It was my first car. Five-speed is fun to drive. Power is decent, on freeway can accelerate to pass with little trouble. Exterior style is nice, but seems a bit girly. oh, well.
LEMON
Tires wear out every 20K REPLACE TIMMING BELT BY 60k mine broke at 59600 - only 400 miles and it wouldn't have been warranteed (over $1k) in internal damages.
Don't purchase a Daewoo!
I bought a showroom car w/about 7,500 miles. Day one, headlights would not work, the entire wiring had to be replaced. A few months later, battery died, headlights stopped working, inside lights stopped working, all wiring problems. Fuel pump went after only about 23,000 miles, most recently, the timing belt broke and damaged the entire casing. Now I have to wait 3 to 4 weeks for parts and repairs. Daewoo refuses to pay towing or car rental. They are hiding behind the Chapter 11 bankruptcy they filed. DON'T EVER BUY A DAEWOO!!!!
cool car needs work
the car runs great but lack of upgrades for performance. handling is loose.
BEST CAR I EVER HAD
THIS IS MY FIRST "REAL" CAR AND HAS LASTED FOR ABOUT 53000 MILES THIS CAR IS STILL GOING STRONG AND A GREAT ECONOMY CAR. THIS IS THE BEST CAR FOR THE PERSON THAT WANTS FUN YET PRACTICALITY.
A KEEPER
A VERY GOOD VALUE .THIS CAR HAS BEEN CHEAP TO OPERATE AND SINCE I DO MAINTENANCE ON IT MYSELF I CAN TELL YOU FROM EXPERIENCE THAT IT IS EASIER TO WORK ON THAN MY WIFES CIVIC.WE HAVE EVEN DISCUSSED BUYING ANOTHER ONE (AND KEEP THIS ONE ALSO)I WOULD DEFINITELY BUY IT ALL OVER AGAIN WITH NO REGRETS
Sorry it went bankrupt
I have the 5 spd tranny, avg 32mpg, I have had it up to 45mpg travelling cross country. Nice acceleration when switching back to full cruise. Topped out at 122mph (not that I ever did this) can use a rear spoiler for better control. Had to replace RT lower contol arm, replaced timming belt @ 50K since I live in Alaska. Overall a good car IMHP.
Not bad for the price.
Bought the car used for $3000. Manual, only had 29k miles on it at the time. First week, needed new engine, water pump, timing belt, etc. Since then, needed few other parts, but for the price I'm paying, I really can't complain. You get a lot for your money.
Garbage
Bought this car new. After warranty expired, had nothing but problems. What went wrong early on: CD player, air conditioning, ABS, heater cores (had to be replaced twice!), windshield wipers, alarm, head gasket. Struts seemed to wear out quickly. That's what I can remember off the top of my head, apart from normal maintenance! Spent thousands keeping this piece of rubbish on the road. That is, when we were able to get the parts. Because it sometimes took days for parts to arrive, we would have the added expense of renting a car. In a way, it didn't do too badly..finally retired it 4 days ago after 154,000 miles (bought new Honda Civic - love it so far!). DO NOT BUY THIS CAR!!!!!!!
Very happy with it
Bought new, and it's been good to us. We had a few minor issues: the timing belt snapped at 40k and thank goodness it was still under warranty. Other than that, only minor interior gripes: Overhead hand grip screw covers fell off, and the backlight went out on the environmental controls. Tires from stock were not the best. We are starting to develop a little corrosion on the aluminum roof rack, but after 6 years - not unexpected.
daewoo nubira rox
My idea when I think of a car is the daewoo lineup whether it is styling comfort or just something fun and unique. My daewoo that I have had for 5 years now has shown me the world and gives me the spiffyness of a sports car.
reliable,
This car is very reliable. 65000km so far and noting wrong. Stable on the road like very few cars are. The look of the car is one of the best. Everything is in place and working well. Very secure! You need to learn how to drive it as it has a character of its own. Original tires aren't the best, good tires make a big difference. Fuel consumption is about 10% higher than I would expect ei with air conditioner on 100% I have 11/10/8 per 100 km running on natural gaz.
Daewoo
I love it. DO you?
Daewoo Nubira
excelent, can't wait till my next Daewoo