As most of u guys know already Ive bought myself a TL AWD for $14990 driva a way. Talked them down from $19999. Anyhow, my old TE has a key barrel light and the TL doesnt have this. just wondering how hard/easy is it to get mitsu to install a key barrel light for the TL?
Thanks

Edit: pics soonish.

I got my TL VRX for $20000 talked them down from $29990 with 15000ks on it

boy now I wish i wiated abit longer to get one I paid $21,500 with 73,000 on the clock that was in november. but really couldn't wait as some stupid girl road off my car so i had no choice. :cry:

Also, does the TL AWD comes standard with a "map reading light"?
Plus on mitsu web site it says you need a 430CCA battery, but currently in my car there is a 230CCA battery.

Also, does the TL AWD comes standard with a "map reading light"?
Plus on mitsu web site it says you need a 430CCA battery, but currently in my car there is a 230CCA battery.

not sure about the tl awd comming standard map light with them but i would imagine they would.
and the battery i'm not sure check see what it says in your manual too.

Nice purchase.

Don't forget there are two different AWD models in the range, the base model, and the VR AWD. I would assume the map lights be forfeited in the base AWD model.

Nice purchase.

Don't forget there are two different AWD models in the range, the base model, and the VR AWD. I would assume the map lights be forfeited in the base AWD model.

and the VR-X awd :D like what i drive

and the VR-X awd :D like what i drive


ahh yes...I keep forgetting they brought out the VR-X AWD in the MY04 series.

yea, they fun in the wet:D and on dirt, muahahahaha :D

And the Verada. Congrats on your purchase!

And the Verada. Congrats on your purchase!

meh, veradas are nothing:P

meh, veradas are nothing:P
:shock: -> :rant:

:shock: -> :rant:

its true.... the truth hurts... :P

Also, does the TL AWD comes standard with a "map reading light"?
Plus on mitsu web site it says you need a 430CCA battery, but currently in my car there is a 230CCA battery.

Defintely needs a 430cca battery in there.

Even the small cars have a 280cca battery.

Ringing up mitsu and asking about it on mondya.. but man what a sweet ride... sex on wheels. Just goto remember Im not driving a FWD anymore.

Just posted pics
http://www.aussiemagna.com/forums/showthread.php?p=505237#post505237

Mods Im planing:
Tail lights
Spoiler
Scuff pannels
Sports Exaust
Tint
MP3 CD Player.

Nice looking :P

Ahh I just realised. You bought this from Melville Mitsu didnt you?

That would of been your old TE that I saw in the carpark?

prolly, I dented the front bad so they would of tried to fix it

How do you find the fuel consumption on the awd. I took my tj sports to mitsubishi one day to get an electric window fixed, and the service manager loved the look of my car. Then he pointed to an awd magna and said, " What ever you do, do not buy one of these. You would not believe how much fuel they use!" Sounded funny coming from a mitsubishi man (faith in there own product - nil -)

How do you find the fuel consumption on the awd. I took my tj sports to mitsubishi one day to get an electric window fixed, and the service manager loved the look of my car. Then he pointed to an awd magna and said, " What ever you do, do not buy one of these. You would not believe how much fuel they use!" Sounded funny coming from a mitsubishi man (faith in there own product - nil -)

they do use more fuel than a stardard FWD magna i think it was 1 ltr or 2 more per 100 kms

How do you find the fuel consumption on the awd. I took my tj sports to mitsubishi one day to get an electric window fixed, and the service manager loved the look of my car. Then he pointed to an awd magna and said, " What ever you do, do not buy one of these. You would not believe how much fuel they use!" Sounded funny coming from a mitsubishi man (faith in there own product - nil -)

Definitely a text book case study if you ever need one of: if you don't have nuttin to say, don't say nuttin at all.

That's like Ferrari pointing to one of their cars saying "it's got only 2 seats, uses premium and lots of it" ?

It does uses 1 - 2 ltrs more, but the fun of cornering fast etc out weights that.

It does uses 1 - 2 ltrs more, but the fun of cornering fast etc out weights that.

I believe is still all fun and good? Cheers on your purchase. Hope to end up with one of these in the future.

My friend who is driving a toyota was quite convinced to get a Magna for his next car after seeing how much I can do up my current one. lol

Everytime I look at the car, I smile from ear to ear.

My partner said we shouldnt of got the car because im in love with it more than her.

I was going to get mags (because I like the look of Low profile tyres) but these stock mags look great so im in two minds wheather to change them. Ill ring up mitsu tomorrow and ask them about the battery though.

Btw: Does anyone have the part(s) number for the "Map light"?

Thanks

AWD TL for 14k?? oooft thats damn cheap.. The cheapest i seen is a TL with 45k for 19k... How the hell did u get them down to 14!!!!!!!!!!!!

This is basically what happned......

Talked to the sales person, sales person said. "Ill put in a offer of $15000 (stamp duty extra)"
I went ok.
Came back said, manager said no go.
Then I said "$14500 then"
went away, her and manager came back.
manager said: ok, $18500.
I went: $15000 (not including stamp)
then he went, um i dont know.
Then I said ok, $14990 driv-a-way then
he went, ok... then sounded angry and said "u r bloody getting a good car, hope u r happy"
did all the paper work etc and I let them have my old magna because I was in a front on accident (bloody trucks), it is still drivable but will cost $$$$$ to fix up.

man thats a GREAT deal... Makes me think I should realy do something... a VRX or an AWD... Oh so tempting

they do use more fuel than a stardard FWD magna i think it was 1 ltr or 2 more per 100 kms

I've had my TL VR AWD for about 6 weeks now - love the car. My fuel consumption experience is around 14 / 15 when just running around the suburbs, tends to be shortish trips, we live in a quite hilly area of Melbourne, and I don't thrash it. Took the car out for a short run on Anzac day, about 100kms, mainly highway / freeway , clocked the trip at around 10.3 litres / 100kms.

been driving my car arround perth suburbs these 2 days and the trip conputer says ive been 10L/100kms

Definitely a text book case study if you ever need one of: if you don't have nuttin to say, don't say nuttin at all.

That's like Ferrari pointing to one of their cars saying "it's got only 2 seats, uses premium and lots of it" ?
Your point being. Seemed like a reasonable question to me. We know a ferrari uses lots of juice, but we dont expect a family sedan to use too much hopefully.

Just posted pics
http://www.aussiemagna.com/forums/showthread.php?p=505237#post505237

Mods Im planing:
Tail lights
Spoiler
Scuff pannels
Sports Exaust
Tint
MP3 CD Player.

The one theing the AWD misses is the power.
Get the supercharger, it makes the car what it should be

I will be getting a super charger no doubt about that but only when my warrenty runs out and i save up the $$$

I will be getting a super charger no doubt about that but only when my warrenty runs out and i save up the $$$

I'd say you won't be getting one then. I don't think sprintex is going to keep making s/c for a superceded model when there hasnt been that much interest for them. Not enough to make it profitable, they will put there production dollars into harley davidsons etc

Dude I have the TL AWD VR-X (very similar). For your list of upgrades get a CAI system. You wont belive the difference on power and fuel economy.

I'd say you won't be getting one then. I don't think sprintex is going to keep making s/c for a superceded model when there hasnt been that much interest for them. Not enough to make it profitable, they will put there production dollars into harley davidsons etc
Well they should make them more affordable. If the kit cost $5k instead of 7 i'd buy one tomorrow.

Its more like 8k once its done.

Thats a rort its $1,900 for a full on Commodore superchager kitt (without fitting) i was gonna buy one for the VN. But realiased they are a peice of ****!

Thats a rort its $1,900 for a full on Commodore superchager kitt (without fitting) i was gonna buy one for the VN. But realiased they are a peice of ****!

The VN or the Kit ? im guessing both !

meh, veradas are nothing:P
aww I thought you liked my car sorta heh.... someone needs to:bowrofl:

How do you find the fuel consumption on the awd. I took my tj sports to mitsubishi one day to get an electric window fixed, and the service manager loved the look of my car. Then he pointed to an awd magna and said, " What ever you do, do not buy one of these. You would not believe how much fuel they use!" Sounded funny coming from a mitsubishi man (faith in there own product - nil -) My TL AWD proves a bit thirtsy around town, usually around 11-12lts/100. It's a lot more frugal on the highway, usually low 10's and if no hills high 8's. Remember, its around 1670kgs and with a 3.5 lt pulling that weight, expect to sacrafice fuel for the AWD package. In my book, that's a fair trade-off. For the price of the AWD, you get extreme value.

I've had my TL VR AWD for about 6 weeks now - love the car. My fuel consumption experience is around 14 / 15 when just running around the suburbs, tends to be shortish trips, we live in a quite hilly area of Melbourne, and I don't thrash it. Took the car out for a short run on Anzac day, about 100kms, mainly highway / freeway , clocked the trip at around 10.3 litres / 100kms.. You choose the AWD package, you accept the weight penalty. I happily live with that. Be smooth and gentle on the right foot around town my son, and anticipate throttle response. I manage to do 11-12lts/100 city cycle, which is OK. Just remember when you need AWD grip and plant your foot, it all works out very nicely in the Magna and that's why you bought one. Just remember how much you didn't pay for it. Compare the Magna AWD showroom floor price with a Subaru Liberty (great car!) and remember how much you saved on the price difference. So you end up with a bit more weight and a bit more from the wallet at the bower. If you bought new like me, remember your 5/10 warranty. It's all a matter of perspective. Drive your car like you drink your beer (guzzle or sip).

If anyone is interested, Charlestown Toyota (near Newcastle) have a Silver TW VRX Awd with 67000 klm on it for $24,995 (or some figure like that) I took it for a test drive today for my father in law. Drives ok but I noticed it has the same clunks in the front end as my TL. Its in pretty good condition. Has a couple of gutter scrapes on the back left wheel. As it turns out my f/in law has decided not to buy at this stage.
Also looked at trading my TL in on a Mazda 6 MPS to day. They offered me $15K. Needless to say I still have the TL.
If Mitsubishi could just get rid of the clunks and rattles in the front end it would be a good car.
bollie7

I live in Gold Coast, went to a dealer they got a white AWD 04 model 45ks, for 19990. I tried to get them down hardcore. The lowest they wanted to go drive away was 17k.

Do they drive much differently? The AWD and front wheel drive? How are they in the wet?

Do they drive much differently? The AWD and front wheel drive? How are they in the wet?

:D They drive excellently in the wet.

they are MAGNIFICENT in the wet...
and around corners...
and under throttle...