2006 Suzuki Forenza

good car for the money

By DEE (GA) on Saturday, May 04, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 67,000

Pros: "nice features on dash, like the stereo too!"

Cons: "not for growing families, too tight interior"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 7

"bought the car in 2008 with 6032 miles and still in good condition....major hassle was getting heads replaced in 2012 paid $1300 but that solve the problem of over heating also had censor replaced in transmission $200. Regular maintenance is a must...recently had it appraised at $3300, im ok wit that. Overall you get your monies worth."

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great buy!!if you take care it of properly

By ray (AZ) on Sunday, April 14, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 89,650

Pros: "economical and practical fun to drive!!!"

Cons: "loose handling on turns have good tires."

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 9

"it will take care of you. The car does everything a compact car should do. The only minor issue is the driving around turns is a little loose. it does not have the tight handling as other cars. but for basic transportation it serves it's purpose and some (premium package model). If you are looking to get a corolla get this one it will save you money and it does the same as used corolla."

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Horrible

By Samantha W (AR) on Monday, April 01, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 79,970

Pros: "none"

Cons: "everything. engine failing, interior falling apart"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 1

"I bought this car 13 months ago and i know it was 6 years old when i bought it but i have had absolutely nothing but trouble out of it since the very day i got it. From cosmetic, to mechanical it is falling apart on me. i still owe $6000 more than it is worth. it just turns my stomach. i do not recommend anyone buy this car unless you have a ton of money to pour into it."

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Okay for the price

By mrd (OR) on Friday, March 22, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 130,000

Pros: "Dependable, Low cost."

Cons: "Cheaply made, interior falls apart."

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 5

"I have owned my 2004 Forenza since 2007. Overall the car has run fairly well considering I got the car when I was a teenager and did not take very good care of it (i.e. regular oil changes etc) In December 2011, the car overheated on a road trip and again a few times throughout the year as I was driving it in town. I had it taken in and paid $500 to have the problem fixed. Complaints: check engine light continues to come on, brake light is always on, first the stereo console lighting went out completely and now stereo does not work at all, recall on electrical that has to do with the head lights, cup holder broken, auto driver side window does not roll down, air vents broken."

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Pretty good car for the money

By archy (IN) on Wednesday, January 30, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 202,909

Pros: "Saves money on gas and it just keeps on keeping on"

Cons: "Overall a very good car"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

"This car is a 4 door 'station wagon' type with a good amount of space to haul things in the back. It is a hatch back and drives great in snow and ice. One recall due to wiring that needed to be changed and that was done. The seats are ok but need a little more leg room. From day one I got 32 miles to a gal of gas. Just had the motor rebuilt due to a cracked head. The radiator leaked due to a faulty seal at 196000 miles. Didn't realize that until it blew on the interstate. Still driving it............"

3 people out of 3 found this review helpful

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I really like it

By dj (MA) on Wednesday, January 30, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 65,000

Cons: "the tires seem to be small"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 9

"I bought this as my divorce car and got rid of the family trailblazer gas guzzler> I totally expected to have issues after a few years, but it has now been 5 years and i've never had anything major go wrong with it. Routine maintenance and oil changes and that's about it! The paint is wearing off the door handles and the tires seem small. If you hit a pothole, you can really feel it. I also love the air gauge in the tire, and always use nitrogen to keep the tires properly inflated. I actually hated buying it but now like the car and feel it was a great car for the price."

3 people out of 3 found this review helpful

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