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Used 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Consumer Reviews

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Better than expected gas mileage

IowaWinters, 01/22/2009
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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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!

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5 out of 5 stars

The Little Car That Could

DiggerTX, 11/25/2003
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GTS 2dr Hatchback (3.0L 6cyl 5M)
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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.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Fun but comfortable.

rmob, 11/12/2002
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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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.

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5 out of 5 stars

2003 Eclipse

Spider, 11/22/2003
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse RS 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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I love this car

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2.25 out of 5 stars

Be cautious of 1.9% financing from MMCA

jlarimer2002, 09/23/2003
2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS 2dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 2 people found this review helpful

Mitsubishi Motor Credit of America (MMCA) reeled me in with the special 1.9% financing rate and then sold my loan to another company within 30 days of my purchase. I was never sent an initial monthly statement or notice that my loan had been sold prior to my first payment due date. I had to make my first payment over the phone which cost an additional $10.00 for the ACH fee.

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