1993 Plymouth Colt

Introduction to the 1993 Plymouth Colt

The 1993 Plymouth Colt is a subcompact car that was available in sedan and coupe body styles. It offered a variety of engine and transmission options, including a 1.5-liter inline-four with 113 horsepower and 98 lb-ft of torque paired with a 5-speed manual or a 4-speed automatic transmission, and a 1.8-liter inline-four with 116 horsepower and 120 lb-ft of torque paired with a 5-speed manual transmission. Owners praised the Colt for its sporty handling, fuel efficiency, and comfortable interior. However, some complained about its lack of power and dated design.

Engine

• 1.5-Liter Inline-Four
  • Blown Head Gasket:
    • Description/Symptoms: Coolant leaking externally, overheating, white smoke from exhaust
    • Solution: Replace head gasket
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1000 - $1500+
    • Recalls: None Found
  • Intake Manifold Gasket Failure:
    • Description/Symptoms: Vacuum leak, rough idle, poor performance
    • Solution: Replace intake manifold gasket
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $500+
    • Recalls: None Found
• 1.8-Liter Inline-Four
  • Timing Belt Failure:
    • Description/Symptoms: Engine stops running, catastrophic engine damage
    • Solution: Replace timing belt
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $600 - $1000+
    • Recalls: None Found

Transmission

• 5-Speed Manual
  • Synchronizer Wear:
    • Description/Symptoms: Difficult or impossible to shift gears
    • Solution: Replace synchronizers
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $800+
    • Recalls: None Found
• 4-Speed Automatic
  • Transmission Slipping:
    • Description/Symptoms: Transmission fails to engage gears properly
    • Solution: Rebuild or replace transmission
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1500 - $2500+
    • Recalls: None Found

Suspension

• No Issues Found

Electrical

• Alternator Failure: * Description/Symptoms: Battery not charging, dimming headlights * Solution: Replace alternator * Estimated Cost to Fix: $400 - $600+ * Recalls: None Found

Exterior

• Rust Prone: * Description/Symptoms: Body panels and frame rusting prematurely * Solution: Rust repair or replacement of body panels * Estimated Cost to Fix: Varies depending on severity * Recalls: None Found

Interior

• Faulty Seatbelt Retractors: * Description/Symptoms: Seatbelts fail to retract or lock properly * Solution: Replace seatbelt retractors * Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400+ * Recalls: None Found
• Air Conditioning Issues: * Description/Symptoms: Air conditioner not cooling properly * Solution: Recharge or replace AC system components * Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1000+ * Recalls: None Found

Summary

Overall, the 1993 Plymouth Colt is a reliable and affordable subcompact car. However, it is not without its issues. Some of the more common problems owners have reported include blown head gaskets, intake manifold gasket failures, timing belt failures, and rust. The severity and cost of these repairs can vary depending on the extent of the damage and the mechanic performing the work.