1996
Mitsubishi 3000GT

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  • 2dr GT Manual
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    $30,690
    Front Wheel Drive
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  • 2dr GT Auto
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    $31,620
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  • 2dr GT SL Manual
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    $35,830
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  • 2dr GT SL Auto
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    $36,760
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  • 2dr GT VR-4 Twin Turbo Manual
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    $45,580
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  • 2dr Spyder SL Auto
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    $57,449
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  • 2dr Spyder VR-4 Twin Turbo Manual
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    $64,449
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Less than 5 years / less than 60,000 miles
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Consumer reviews

100% of drivers recommend this car
4.5 / 5
Based on 5 reviews
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Comfort 3.7
Interior 4.2
Performance 4.6
Value 4.2
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 4.1

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  • By Missmy3000GTVR-4
    Used to own this car
    May 4, 2024

    After my 2007 Ford Mustang GT was totalled I started

    After my 2007 Ford Mustang GT was totalled I started looking at some of my childhood dream cars. I always liked the Mitsubishi 3000GT Twin-Turbo and it was in my price range. They are rare and I wanted a nice example. I found a one owner Panama Green 1996 3000GT VR-4, all maintenance records and owned by an old surgeon. They say don't meet your heros but the VR-4 is modern day fast - it made my '07 Mustang GT feel slow and beat a friends 1991 Nissan 300ZX Twin Turbo with bald tires and a bad launch. In stock form it'll do 0-60 in 4.8-5.0s and the 1/4m in 13.3-13.6@101-105mph. I was sold on it the moment the twin turbos kicked in, the swell of power is enormous, not to mention the g force when launched from a stop. I put a K&N filter in mine, ran consistent 13.3-13.5@102-104mph bone stock besides that. Very impressive considering some of today's hot hatches run similar numbers in the 2020s. Due to the Active Aero system that my 1996 VR-4 had (1997-1999 models don't have it) it felt like 100mph was 60mph. I got it up to 145mph and it still had some pull. It is alive on long sweepers, put it through tight corners and it will comply with nose heavy characteristics. More fun in a straight line. Comfort wise the seats were amazing and held you in place. It's definitely a GT car and is meant to go long distances in comfort in all weather conditions and it does that perfectly. The back seats are harsh for anyone tall but no complaints from shorter people. Reliability: These cars take care of you if you take care of them. I had minimal issues but I made sure to find a specialist who only worked on Mitsubishi and specialized in 3000GTs. Had an idiot valet driver break reverse, luckily it was an easy $200 fix. I had the 60k maintenance service done and had my mechanic fix anything wrong with it. I've owned many cars and the Mitsubishi 3000GT VR-4 is one I keep coming back to. Beautiful, fast and rare.
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By Bubza from Atwater, ca
    Used to own this car
    December 30, 2020

    Funnest car I ever owned, wished they still made

    I had one back in 1998 that i bought with 30,000 miles on it. The suspension and steering made this car easy and fun to drive. Fast and handles turns. On highway amazingly enough at 125 mph car had good gas mileage. Not good for driving around town meant to drive fast. Didnt handle rain, car would slip out. Had to part with car when transmission went out and part was $5,000 to fix.Still Loved that car because it was so fun to drive. Would by another if I could find one with 30,000 or less miles on it.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Cameron
    Owns this car
    April 17, 2016

    Good Car Many Problems

    owned this car for 2 years now, have replaced transmission,clutch,02 sensors,fuel filter, slave cylinder, master cylinder, tires, alignment, tie rods, brakes, etc throughout the problems i love this car and enjoy driving it very much
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 2.0
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  • By Mitsubishi Guy from Denver CO
    Owns this car
    July 23, 2007

    Most beautiful car on the road

    Very fun to drive are! However interior is a tight fit, and not very well designed. But mine has certainly treated me well with the only maintenence required being a new cluch which needs replacing eventually on every car.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Stealth from Illinois
    Owns this car
    October 9, 2006

    My Dream Car

    When I saw this car I fell in love. It cost $$$, but I wanted it sooo bad. I hid it from family to avoid taking it back. My other car was for work, My Dream Car was for escape. ENGINE: Professional repairs (compact so $$). Replaced air conditioning. Front collision will total. MAINTENANCE: Fluids easily changed;Tires replaced yearly;Tie Rods often;Engine reliable;Clutch reliable;Brake change rare due to manual trans. ALL WHEEL DRIVE = great control on rain, ice & turns. ANTILOCK BRAKES= no new airbags. COCKPIT: Twin turbo gauge;Heat panel is unique;Seat adjustable to brace me at corners; Fold down backseat(cargo);Stereo has a no skip 6 disc changer, steering wheel controls, tape deck & Infinity speakers. SECURITY SYSTEM: Auto sets when locking doors outside;Pull out ignition disabler;Remote;Doors don't lock if key in ignition & door open;Ignition cutoff,Coded stereo. EXTERIOR: Sporty;Paint lasts;Looks like jet when all is open;Chrome Wheels pit;Low profile tires go flat often, alignment garages rare;Aero went out. I dented front fender, yet still get compliments. POWER: With 320 hp & twin turbo, I blow away most at stoplight. They close slowly, so I don't have to speed . I still get it up to 120 mph & it handles great.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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What trim levels are available for the 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT?

The 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT is available in 3 trim levels:

  • (3 styles)
  • SL (2 styles)
  • VR-4 (2 styles)

Is the 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT reliable?

The 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT has an average reliability rating of 4.1 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT owners.

Is the 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT a good Coupe?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT. 100.0% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.5 / 5
Based on 5 reviews
  • Comfort: 3.7
  • Interior: 4.2
  • Performance: 4.6
  • Value: 4.2
  • Exterior: 5.0
  • Reliability: 4.1
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