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Andy, 02/23/2007
2002 Kia Spectra LS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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2002 Kia Spectra LS is basic transport. I bought car brand new and I am original owner. Some of warranty repairs in chronological order: All items listed are true replacements under warranty - exhaust purge cannister, front brakes, front exhaust, heater switch,drivers back board seat,engine gaskets, front struts replaced, rear main seal leaking, sun visor, arm rest. After timing belt replacement the check engine light came on for eight times, the timing belt was changed incorrectly by dealer. Summary : A big headache to own.
Spectra's are POS
pizz, 03/09/2004
2002 Kia Spectra LS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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I purchased my Spectra in July of 2003. I have had so many things wrong with it since I got it. Right now my clear coat is coming off my car. They are not a good car in the winter because they are so lite. The total amount of time I have taken my car in to get fix in the short time that I have had this car is seven. They might have a good warrenty on it but they wouldn't need to if they made a good car. I know many other people who own a 2002 Spectra and one had to but a new motor in it at 44,000 miles and another one has to get a transmission in the car. No wonder why these cars are cheap.
2002 Kia Spectra for sale near you
2 of 2 listings
- FOR PARTS OR OFF ROAD ONLYMSRP: $990900 mi away
- Base SedanMSRP: $6,5231,175 mi away
basic transportation
beauty, 04/26/2002
2002 Kia Spectra LS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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basic car to get from point a to b. Don't expect much and you won't be disappointed.
Love my Spectra
kialover15, 09/17/2009
2002 Kia Spectra 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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I finally purchased my own car, and the Kia Spectra was a great choice. I love this car, it has great A/C, automatic, and I just bought my own stereo for it, and now it is perfect. This car is very comfortable (coming from someone with a bad back) and it also gets great MPG!!! I average close to 30 mpg everytime, and that is 80% city! The lowest that I have ever gotten was 23 mpg, and I'm still happy with that. The trunk is very nice sized, and it has great visibility. Very well designed car!!
Great Value/Not What I Expected
Niteman, 07/31/2002
2002 Kia Spectra LS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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I had a Ford Ranger for 5 years prior to this purchase. I must admit how wary I was to buy Korean, my doubts were proved wrong. This car has alot of 'bang for your buck'. If you're in the market for a small sedan you should definitely take this one for a spin. I fell in love with this car once I drove it. Whoever gave this vehicle a bad review must have either gotten a lemon or expected to get a luxury car on a small budget. For the price you just can't beat it! I expected an economy car, and got much more! p.s.- it's peppy too!