1996 Suzuki Swift 1.3 4 cylinder
Summary:
If there is a highway near you with a speed limit over 55 don't buy this car!
Faults:
1:Braking system failed.
2:A/C compressor failed.
3:Headliner dropped.
4:Dash faded.
5:A/C and Heater only work in the highest settings.
6:A/C only works on the highway.
7:Drivers window stopped working.
8:Dome light cover falls off.
9:The dash shakes when you hit a very sharp bump in the road.
10: Gear shift won't go into low.
11:Only the to front speakers work.
General Comments:
I laugh every time I am in this car. Its just so funny looking. On the road this car does not handle like a small car should. It rides fairly rough, but the seats are comfortable, but they seem very flimsy. I do like the gas miles, I get about 27 to 35 miles pre-gallon. When the rear seat is folded there is a good amount of room back there. I will never bring this car on the high way, it has a very hard time keeping up with traffic like tractor trailers.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? No
Review Date: 24th August, 2006
21st Sep 2004, 11:59
I Love my '96 Swift, but found that the CC pipe joint between motor & CC has cracked / broken twice. Once under 5 year Fed. Emissions Parts Fed. Warranty under law. 2nd time, got the joint welded / repaired @ a good exhaust repair shop. Was Not BIG Brand Name Shop. All of these places wanted to Change the CC. ($350 part!) Weld cost me $50! Has this happened to any other SS owners?