Faults:

There have been a number of minor issues with this car, but no major problems since I have owned it:

I have had problems with stalling and poor idling, but that was repaired with a general tune-up and some ignition system replacements.

The tie-rod ends have broken twice. The original parts were replaced by the previous owner before I purchased the car, and I had to get the driver's side replaced a few months ago.

The car is starting to rust significantly around the wheel wells, however the rest of the body is in great shape.

The rear window jammed in the lowered position, and now it can no longer be rolled down.

General Comments:

Apart from a few minor issues that can be expected with age, this car has been a very reliable, fun and affordable car for a university student with limited funds.

All operating costs are extremely low - with about 6-700 KM per tank of fuel and very little maintenance, along with low insurance costs.

The car is comfortable to drive, handles the highway well and feels comfortable cruising at about 120Kph on major highways. I have taken this car on some longer trips - from Toronto to Montreal a few times, along with a number of trips to Ottawa, Quebec, etc. - and have never had a problem.

Faults:

Had to replace governor.

The transmission is a bit odd. Dosen't want to shift out of first gear unless it sits idle and warms up for about one minute. This could just be from the last governors teeth being chewed off (from bad previous owner) and not doing a transmission service since.

General Comments:

This car has been excellent to me. Starts right up and runs smooth every time.

I find it very, very easy to drive.

Great visibility.

Holds the road surprisingly well.

Lots of head and leg room.

Quiet.

With normal scheduled maintenance, this is a very dependable, cheap and quiet car. I love it.

Faults:

Actually, very few things have gone wrong that weren't typical repairs caused by time.

Brake pads and rotors were replaced do to squeaking brakes, but the brake pads were still good, rotors were worn beyond acceptable limits.

Had a small oil leak around the valve cover gasket that started at 220000 miles. Replaced gasket and fixed problem.

Starter solenoid went out at 225000 and was replaced.

General Comments:

Very easy to replace parts (warning, this is the opinion of an aircraft mechanic though) The cost of parts seemed a little steep sometimes, but probably do to a college student budget.

This car is great for around town errands and handles well in all weather conditions (provided that good tires are used)

Back seats do not leave much for leg room though.

The car will do cross country very well, the gentleman that I purchased this car from drove it from South Carolina to Washington three times round trip for a total of 18000 miles.

Faults:

Replaced break sensory system, about 200 $'s.

Shocks failed, makes a clicking sound when I turn.

Gasoline reader doesn't work.

Corrosion on outside and oxidated.

General Comments:

Not good on hills... especially in the Oakland Hills... my car wouldn't jump into gear!

Great reliable car, but only for short distances... work and home!

Got me to point A to point B and occasionaly that well needed point C.