Used 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Consumer Reviews
Mitsubishi need to fix this car
Owned the car for almost 6 yrs, this is my send eclipse had a 94, the quality in product has gone down and if it wasn't paid off I would sell it cause with 70k miles it parts are breaking that shouldn't. I wouldn't buy another Mitsubishi
Impressive, but not a fan at 1st
I never cared for this body style at 1st, but since I had credit problems in the past I wasn't able to get into a newer Eclipse. I have owned this car since Feb 29th 2008 and let it be known that this car is pretty sweet. The drive is nice, power for a 4 cylinder is tight. It's no 6, but gas prices these days makes this a more a advantage. I love to mod cars and the aftermarket has plenty to go with this car. Eat your heart out boy and girls this car is for REAL.
Better than expected gas mileage
Other than maintenance items this car has been super reliable. It sits low to the ground but still got around in 7.5 inches of snow this winter. Granted I have pretty new tires on it! Stock brake rotors are crap - invest in some nice aftermarket ones. I put on drilled and slotted rotors and can stop on a dime! This summer I think I'll figure out why the A/C drips on my foot. Have heard the A/C vent tube can get clogged on these. Got 114,500 miles on it now and hope to get at least 200,000 out of it!
The Little Car That Could
The Eclipse in reality is a small car. Get behind the wheel, push the pedal, and zoooom!! I felt like I was in a race car. At night with the street lights or the moon coming through the moon roof is a great touch. This is my first moon roof; I never wanted one. I can only say I missed a great experience for too long. If you want quality, want that "good feeling," then try the V6 with a moon roof (black inside and out)!! You'll probably love it. I do.
Fun but comfortable.
The GS is probably the best deal at around 19K plus change. I got mine with the sun roof and the upgraded Infinty CD and it was worth it. (They also upgrade the wheels with the package) I drives and handles well but don't expect to get whiplash. Overall I am very happy and would recommend it. Other than the bucket seats, the interior leaves a little to be desired.