Faults:

Its main problem is the TPS sensor; I have changed it about 5 times.

Its spark plug cables catch fire because they are between the exhaust manifold; by drilling holes on the cover, I stopped that problem.

All the other components I have changed I think it's natural to have been changed like shock absorbers, brakes, clutch, timing belt kit with water pump and thermostat. Also changed the front head lights; a problem that all cars have with yellow burned-out lenses.

I can find parts easy even now that Daewoo is closed.

General Comments:

I have had this car for many years. I can say it's very dependable for every day use. It's not a fast muscle car, but I love it and I will keep it as long as I can.

Faults:

A million and one things went wrong with this car. It was never-ending till I had enough and had to sell it.

Not long after I first got it, the coolant started leaking out of its container, so we thought one of the pipes might have a leak. I was driving it one day, and the coolant had leaked all out and smoke was coming out of the bonnet. Had to leave it at a public car park, and got it towed to the mechanic.

Turns out the water pump had to be fixed. Got that replaced, expensive job.

Not long after (less than a month), the alternator belt snapped while I was driving.

The aircon belt (I think) snapped at the same time too.

The battery went dead as a result of that.

General Comments:

Bad, unreliable car to own. Extremely slow in acceleration.

Faults:

Around 40000 km I have changed spark plugs and cables for them.

60000 changed all engine belts.

That's about all.

General Comments:

Car runs smooth all this time and I never had any problems with it except spark plugs which were replaced.

Handling is good on uneven surfaces cause of the soft suspension setup which is stock, but it lacks precision on flat surfaces. Brakes are OK, but they need to be warmed up before any hard braking, it takes about 2 or 3 stops to warm them up.

Comfortable, cheap and reliable, uses around 8L of gas per 100Km.

Faults:

Makes grinding noises when brakes are applied, have taken it to mechanic numerous times, but still no better.

Clunky gears.

Flimsy door hinges, door nearly blew off in strong wind. Has been realigned, but still not good.

Engine noisy, especially when air-conditioner is switched on.

Engine hoses, poor quality. Replaced at 100,000 kilometres.

No light in glove box.

Parts are expensive.

No power steering in this model.

General Comments:

For all its faults, this car is quite good.

Very reliable.

Very fast around town and on highway.

Easy to park.

Can tow a dog trailer quite comfortably.