Faults:

CV joints replaced at about 150000 klms.

Water pump replaced at 200000.

Timing chains replaced at about same time.

Oh, and a new clutch at about 200000 as well.

Exhaust system was replaced recently.

Paint starting to fade (well it is eleven years old).

General Comments:

Bought the car new in 95 and still have it. Have had dire warnings over the years about Mitsubishi reliability, but my car has been a daily driver for 11 years, has been properly serviced, and still drives perfectly.

It has had much use on gravel roads (I live in the bush) and it has handled it beautifully.

Every switch still works and nothing has fallen off the interior. Although I admit it is getting a little tired now (well it has done nearly 300 thousand).

Over the years, it has been used to tow a trailer, has taken several major interstate trips, and been used for usual family duties.

THANKS MITSUBISHI, I've got my moneys worth. Will be considering a new 380 when this one wears out, if it wears out.

Faults:

Left hand CV joint needed replacing soon after purchase.

Headlamps began to flicker; fault traced to a headlamp relay. New one cost eighteen dollars at a Mitsubishi dealer.

Idle switch played up, causing the engine to idle erratically. Cost ten dollars at a local wrecking yard, and took about five minutes to fit.

Apart from that, nothing.

General Comments:

I was very hesitant about buying a Magna, having heard all the stories, but I have been pleasantly surprised. I think there is too much negative comment about these cars.

It is very important to use good quality coolant and oils. I would recommend either Holden or Nissan coolant, as these seem to be the best.

I have owned various Australian and Japanese cars over the years, and I think the Magna is up there with the best.

Faults:

Rattling, knocking noise developed from engine which cost $600 (Australian dollars) for the timing chain to be replaced.

Grinding noise from brakes even though pads have been changed.

General Comments:

Great car. This car has lasted me and is quite fuel efficient for a 2.6 4cyl.

Car handles well on corners, great for driving around the city and the country side.

Very reliable and friendly car!

Faults:

The 1.3 liter engine and automatic transmission were not powerful enough for the long kilometers I was driving.

I replaced two sets of rear wheel bearings in 35000 kilometers.

The rear windscreen washer kept disconnecting in the rear door and the washer fluid stained the interior badly..

General Comments:

The car was more suited to short trips in the city, than long trips on the freeway.