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3.63 out of 5 stars

I am alive

Charles_wr, 05/09/2003
2002 Kia Spectra GSX 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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On May 1, 2003 I lost control of my car (my fault) traveled 30 feet off the road through a barbed wire fence, two tree and slammed into a utility pole head on at 70 mph and came to rest 150 on the other side of the pole. Three hours after the wreck I was at home resting with only a scratch on my elbow. Amazingly, NOTHING on the inside of the car moved from the impact. This car did save my life.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Not to Shabby

Chuck, 01/02/2010
2002 Kia Spectra GS 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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I bought this car w/ 49000 and now have 100000. I have had two wrecks with it and it looks terrible from the outside but I dont care since im a poor college kid. I love the fact that it has no auto locks, auto transmission, or power windows bc ALL of those features eventually go out so that was a plus for me. Of course great on gas, little to no maintenance, and great leg room being that I am 6'5". I have slept in it on numerous occasions on vacations with the seats folded down and is doable. At 98,000 my fuel pump went out and it cost me about $100 for me to replace myself. Timing belt lasted until 98,000 until i replaced it myself-$40. Fuel pump got clogged very early-$15

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5 out of 5 stars

Fun, Fun, Fun...

DaMan, 07/20/2002
2002 Kia Spectra GSX 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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Car is fun, sporty, and affordable. With 17" aftermarket wheels, no one knows I spent as little as I did for a sharp looking and very reliable vehicle. Does the warranty get any better?

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4 out of 5 stars

Great car

Ropoca, 12/01/2002
2002 Kia Spectra GSX 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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Its a great car I've have'nt had any problems I love the car.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Perfect Car

Nilesh, 08/17/2007
2002 Kia Spectra GS 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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I was lucky I bought this car!! I drive like 200 miles a day back and forth to my work, but Kia is one tough car which gives me performance which I need. I love the shape of 2002 hatchback, it is like sports car. I get around 30 miles per gallon for 2002 model, thats extraordinary. I will recommend to buy Kia Spectra, it is a really nice car.

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