This is my 1989 Daihatsu Charade CES. I love it to death. I bought it in May and have done a good amount of work to her since then. She was and still is in great condition for the age. Every trip I make feels like an adventure with this car. Its just good fun to drive. It really is a Driver's car. Its just a shame Daihatsu stopped shipping their vehicles to the American general public...
UPDATE - 5/3/2009 :
Despite all the work that has been done to the Charade, it is on it's last life. It overheated on me during my drive home from work a week ago. Since then, the engine is idling way high and overheating with 5 minutes of driving. The cooling system is functioning properly, and being that I am no mechanic, I'm not at all sure what has caused this sudden malfunction.
IF YOU LIVE IN MARYLAND OR CLOSE ENOUGH TO PERSONALLY PICK-UP THE CHARADE, IT IS FOR SALE AS IS .
Send me a Message and we will talk.
The only thing I am keeping from the Charade is the set of Bosch fogs on the front.
Here are her specs:
1989 Daihatsu Charade CES (G100LS)
1.0 L, 3-Cyl, SOHC Engine (CB-90 EFI)
5-Speed Manual
53 HP (Est.)
Approx. 1590 LBS
0-60: Est. 14 Seconds
Etc...
-Stock 13" rims fitted with 175/70 Runway tires.
-K&N Air Filter
-Brute Power Clutch kit
-Cherry Bomb Turbo Muffler
-Bradi Drilled and Slotted brake rotors (Made by Brembo).
-Port & Polish
