1997 Eagle Vision ESi 3.5 24-Valve V6
Summary:
An excellent buy that will last me a long time
Faults:
At 124,000 miles, the timing belt and water pump were replaced. Shortly afterward, the new fuel pump broke, snapping the timing belt. The engine still ran with no valve damage as soon as the repair shop replaced it free of charge.
General Comments:
Although the gas mileage could be better, I wouldn't trade the engine's performance. It has been nothing but good to me for the years I have owned it.
The front bumper held up extremely well after sliding into another car when it was on black ice. The same couldn't be said for the other vehicle. All that needed fixed was the license plate holder.
A few on the interior parts are starting to show their age, like the passenger side sun visor, the door handles, and the HUD lights. The car still has on its original paint job, which can be mistaken for being overly well kept, although I probably don't do enough for it.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Don't Know
Review Date: 12th October, 2010
10th Nov 2005, 06:54
I was given my '97 vision from my brother. The engine had run hot when my brother owned it, from the water pump failing, and quit running all together. I bought another used engine '97 Vision engine (3.5L) and installed it myself. The engine is running great and averages about 27 miles per gallon - great fuel mileage for such a big car that is 8 years old. I have had to replace the struts, inner and outer tie rods, one brake caliper, front rotor discs, and front wheel bearings. It rides as smooth as any new car. Keep in mind that this car sat in an open yard for about a year and a half when I got it. I have $2300 in this car, not bad considering I got the car for free. Since replacing all of the worn parts, I have put 20,000 miles on it and it hasn't given me one problem. If it is maintained regularly, it will last for a long time. Great car.