Buying a Mitsubishi Carisma
This is a bit of a difficult one, as there's not too much to worry about, which is excellent news for you. So, provided you're buying a car with full service history, you shouldn't be in for any nasty shocks but check that the electric windows, locks and sunroof all work and that the air conditioner produces chilled air – fixing such items can be pricey.With turbo diesels, check for excessive smoke on hard acceleration - it could be a sign of worn turbo seals. Generally, though, these engines are trouble-free if the oil has been changed regularly.
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Tyres
Warning
► Driving with tyres that are worn, damaged or improperly inflated can lead
to a loss of control or blow out of the tyres which can result in a collision with
serious or fatal inju ...
Fuel consumption
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Changing gears
Always use care to change the gear with the vehicle speed matched to the engine
speed. Proper shifting will improve fuel economy and prolong engine life.
Avoid shifting down at high speed, as this ...