Used 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder Consumer Reviews
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We have a limited number of reviews for the 2002 Eclipse Spyder, so we've included reviews for other years of the Eclipse Spyder since its last redesign.
Love it
Rebecca, 10/25/2009
2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder GT 2dr Convertible (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I have absolutely loved driving this car. I always receive compliments on how sharp this car looks. The only negative is when I have the top up it creates a blind spot.
Great car for the money!
SpyderGt, 12/22/2006
2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder GT 2dr Convertible (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought the car with 43,000 miles on it. The only problems I had were with the AC not cooling (it needed servicing - $600 for "the works") and a bad battery (I bought top of the line at Sears for $120). The engine light was on due to a bad PCV solenoid and now it is good to go. Otherwise the car is fun to drive and looks cool. I don't know why Mitsubishi changed the model to the ugly looking new one. The new one looks like a souped up Avalon.
CUTE CAR, BAD TIRE RIMS
Elbee, 03/31/2004
2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder GT 2dr Convertible (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I love this car but... I have one MAJOR complaint.the rims on this car are very susceptible to even the slightest potholes. i have had this car for less than a DAY, and already need to replace a dented/cracked rim from a minor pothole i hit. NHTSA has had a number of complaints about these rims. Mitsubishi is not willing to recall these rims, stating it isn't a problem, but the interesting thing is, why did they change the suspension and rims for the 2003 model if the 2002 was fine? so my advice, is get the 2003 if you have a choice and save yourself from needing to buy $350 rims the first time you hit a pothole, railroad tracks etc.
Still going strong
Jim D., 02/07/2017
2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder GT 2dr Convertible (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought my 2001 GT convertible used and put 104,000 miles on it. Only repairs have been brakes twice, a new timing belt and water pump (scheduled maintenance), and a starter relay ($6). It is still running strong. These cars do not have a good resale value but I cannot see why. I have had two of them and they are solid little cars.
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Love my Spyder-6cyl, auto trans
lilolladyfrmpasadena, 06/03/2009
2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder GT 2dr Convertible (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Bought this car two years ago with only 18,000 actual miles on it. I love it!!! Even with driving about 100 mi/wk, it has been totally reliable (no repairs). I live in the country on a gravel road, but am able to maneuver around pot holes that form with ease, it is easily parked in tight spaces, and delightful to drive as the weather allows. For a 2001, it still looks almost new. I "need" a fwd, but I LOVE this car! It moves! Will I trade it? Maybe in 30-40,000 more miles! That should be in about 7 years.
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