 I bought this car brand new in 2003 and as a first time buyer I didn't do my homework before hand.  This car might look fast but the acceleration is slow it did a little better when in sportronic shift mode. The interior was small especially the backseat and the materials didn't look quality made.  I did like the exterior look of the car and I got quite a few compliments on it.  I have to admit I had fun driving it and did a lot of road trips.  It's also very reliable for the 8 years that I owned this car I put over 150K miles with no issues.  Would I ever buy an eclipse again probably not and I can see why Mitsubishi no longer makes them.