1987 Holden Camira JE 2.0 from Australia and New Zealand
Summary:
Cheap, good first car, but uninspiring to drive
Faults:
Replaced distributor and leads 2 weeks after purchase.
High pressure fuel line broke spraying petrol all over exhaust. Check the rubber hoses!
Engine management computer replaced just before buying.
Air-conditioning doesn't work. Apparently not compatible with replacement computer.
Complete brake assembly replaced at 110000 km.
Clutch needs replacement soon.
General Comments:
The manual gearbox is extremely notchy and uncomfortable to use, and the clutch doesn't help. Tip: get an automatic version.
I hate the way you need to lift that lever to engage reverse.
Engine run well, with enough performance.
After getting a wheel alignment the car's handling improved, but it's nothing special.
Inside of car is very basic, only a single speaker AM radio.
Very good fuel consumption, around 6.5L/100km on the highway.
Overall, if you can't afford over $4000 then I would recommend one, but get one that has done low km's, or you'll spend another $4000 fixing it.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 9th May, 2002
24th May 2004, 07:43
I find it strange that one of your rear mufflers only lasted 15,000kms!!??