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Used 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse GT 2dr Hatchback (3.0L 6cyl 5M) Consumer Reviews

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4.13 out of 5 stars

Eclipse GT

Tim Allen, 03/10/2002
Mitsubishi Eclipse GT 2dr Hatchback (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
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The torque steer is pretty severe and the handling is a bit soft. The engine and transmission are exceptional.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Hot Cha Cha

Howie Gustafson, 02/23/2007
Mitsubishi Eclipse GT 2dr Hatchback (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
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This is a great and fun car to drive. I set up a high performance air filter and love the sound. It really can push you back in the seat.

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3.25 out of 5 stars

Good looks can be deceiving

Lukeser, 08/13/2002
Mitsubishi Eclipse GT 2dr Hatchback (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
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The third generation Eclipse is one of the sharpest looking vehicles on the road. Mitsu engineers did a fine job with its lines. They also made a lot of people happy by putting a V6 engine in the top model. This is one of the most affordable sports cars (bang for your buck) on the market.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Best car in the world... on a dry road

thehouseattheend, 01/21/2009
Mitsubishi Eclipse GT 2dr Hatchback (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
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I absolutely loved my eclipse. I bought it brand new in June 2001. I have over 217,000 miles on it. Last summer I had to replace half an axle. The radio stopped coming in and the a/c stopped working at about 90,000. But nothing else major and I am rough on my vehicles. I hear if you put weight in the back it handles better in the snow. I recently crashed it. I am having a hard time finding another vehicle. I might just buy another eclipse. It is very comfortable to drive. I am 5'11" and not a stick girl either. Be careful with the black paint. It discolors and peels off and the dealers won't deal with it.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

Fun, affordable, and good looking

bradk, 10/20/2009
Mitsubishi Eclipse GT 2dr Hatchback (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
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I bought my Eclipse (2001 Black GT) about a year and a half ago. I try to keep it out of the sun, however the roof is still beginning to fade and crack a little bit. Great fun to drive, could use a little more power but that would sacrifice the decent MPG. Easy to drive. Rear spoiler in the way occasionally, but not too bad. Corner support beam could be a little smaller for better visibility, Great look, great sound. Performance alright for the price range, I would call it a very sporty car, not a sports car. Never had any major mechanical issues, it used idle a little quick but just a minor adjustment. My trunk 'lid' (part separating trunk from cabin) broke, no big deal. Not a bad buy.

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