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    Hello from Portland, Oregon!

    What brings you here?
    I purchased a 2015 Mirage ES in September of this year due to prior vehicle issues. Since then, I have come to LOVE my car (I named him Zephyr!), buuuut he squeals. A lot.

    What caught your interest in the new Mirage / Space Star?
    The design is similar to a lot of sub-compact cars but it is unique. It stands out against all the Honda's and Prius', etc. I am especially happy that I RARELY, if ever, see any other Mirages on the road in my area!

    Have you test-driven or bought one already? Share your impressions by posting a test drive or owner review.
    Have you owned or driven a 3-cylinder car before?

    Already purchased. This is my first 3-cyl car, and I have to say that I am actually very impressed with its capabilities.

    Are you happy with its styling? (Some people aren't)
    I do really love the style. It's a bit cramped for my 3 nanny kids in the back seat, but otherwise I looove my car.

    How's your fuel economy turning out? You can track it in our Fuel Economy Log.

    I get anywhere from 30-40mpg, usually closer to 30 since I drive some winding back roads and tend to speed a lot.

    Some reviewers have commented on the soft suspension - what do you think of the handling?

    Personally I have no complaints on this..



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    Welcome to the forum - nice first post. Please feel free to share some pictures of your Zephyr.

    Could you further explain the squealing problem? Maybe we could give a hand resolving it.

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        click to view fuel log View my fuel log 2015 Mirage ES 1.2 manual: 49.6 mpg (US) ... 21.1 km/L ... 4.7 L/100 km ... 59.5 mpg (Imp)


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    Welcome to the forum! Post some pics when you can. Quite a few Pacific NW members here.

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        click to view fuel log View my fuel log 2015 Mirage ES 1.2 automatic: 40.5 mpg (US) ... 17.2 km/L ... 5.8 L/100 km ... 48.6 mpg (Imp)


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    Quote Originally Posted by inuvik View Post
    Welcome to the forum! Post some pics when you can. Quite a few Pacific NW members here.
    Welcome man! Portland here myself. What part?? Post some pics and if you need assistance with anything let me know!

    We could organize a small NW meet sometime 😀
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    Welcome! Used to live in Oregon myself, but I've been on the opposite coast for a few years now.

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        click to view fuel log View my fuel log 2014 Mirage DE 1.2 manual: 49.2 mpg (US) ... 20.9 km/L ... 4.8 L/100 km ... 59.1 mpg (Imp)


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    Welcome! I am about 2 hours north of you in Olympia, Washington. As has been said, the Pac NW is well represented here.

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    Welcome from across the river.

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    Welcome from Kansas City!

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    Welcome to the site. Great first post.
    Custom Mirage products: Cruise control kit, Glove box light, MAF sensor housing, Rear sway bar, Upper grill block

    Current project: DIY Nitrous oxide setup for ~$100

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        click to view fuel log View my fuel log 2015 Mirage DE 1.2 manual: 47.2 mpg (US) ... 20.1 km/L ... 5.0 L/100 km ... 56.7 mpg (Imp)


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    Quote Originally Posted by Alex1a1f View Post
    Welcome man! Portland here myself. What part?? Post some pics and if you need assistance with anything let me know!

    We could organize a small NW meet sometime ��
    Sorry for such a delay, lots of stuff happening in my life lately and internet has just taken a back burner!

    I actually live in Scappoose. If you don't know where that is (because even I was unaware before I lived here) it's up Highway 30 past Sauvie and Cornelius Pass.

    I'll get around to posting pics, my car is diiirty from all the carting kids around lmao.



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