Wish I still owned it
Alternator belt, head lamp oil-sending unit, moon roof leaks, power driver seat doesn't work, driver side window comes out of the track.
I loved this car, and for my first car it was awesome. I wish I still had it.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 7th May, 2009
It was one of my favorite cars of all time
The only problems that I had with the car was that it needed a new radiator. Some other problems that I had with the car was that the started went bad and the transmission was going bad.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 30th June, 2004
A fine American touring car, but under-supported, therefore cheap to buy, but tricky to maintain
At 220,047 miles, the engine experienced some significant failure while my younger son was driving home from college and I had a rebuilt motor installed.
The cruise control failed in '94. It is an of an old design expensive to repair. After one short-lived go-around at repairing it, I've done without.
The a/c still works, but the sensors and wiring are a little quirky, perhaps as a result of the engine replacement.
The CV joints had to be replaced once, but I attribute that to poor maintenance of the protective boots.
The carburetor has required some maintenance, but, despite its complicated nature, performs well.
Incredibly, to me, the transmission has lasted all these quarter million miles, with just replacement of a pump and fluid & gasket replacements.
The car was purchased because it outperformed other cars of its era (rated by Road & Track magazine as one of the 10 best in its class) and it's quiet, comfortable, handles very well, has a good sound system (for the times) and an after-market "moon roof".
A very fine American touring car ("STE" = "Special Touring Edition" and suspension and some other parts are stiffer and stronger than the regular 6000).
The very comfortable seats are adjusted mechanically to a multitude of positions, but the mechanism has broken & doesn't work well any more. I found it too difficult to repair or get parts, but have had them re-covered, along with replacement of the headliner.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Don't Know
Review Date: 30th April, 2004
Great "Touring" sedan that performs admirably
Car had electrical maladies when new, such as alternator replacement at 500 miles and fuses, circuit, air suspension repairs.
Some oil leaks from valve covers.
Transmission and torque converter replaced at 66,000 miles.
Rear air shocks do not last and are difficult to find as original, old stock replacements.
Power steering rack replaced by manufacturer under secret, extended 50,000 mile warranty.
Still experience intermittent carburetor malfunctions and electrical gremlins.
Though one must always monitor the car's electrical system, the 6000STE is a fine touring sedan even by today's sport sedan standards.
Highway performance superb.
Interior components elegant for a 1980s American saloon.
Understated first year exterior styling remains quite attractive, if somewhat dated.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Don't Know
Review Date: 26th April, 2002
11th Nov 2002, 10:47
I drive the exact year and model you have described. I have had none of the problems you have. I do not believe they are representative of the whole line, but, perhaps you have just had some bad luck.