1988 Chevrolet Cavalier review from North America

The computer died at 120,000.

The alternator goes out every 2 years. A lifetime alternator did fix the problem.

The interior heat has caused the speakers to melt and the dash and seats to crack.

This car is a fine accomplishment of engineering. I must commend the people of Chevrolet because this car has one of the strongest engines I have ever seen.

It can drive at 80 miles per hour with the air-conditioning on. Keep in mind that this is a 4 cylinder 1.8 litre engine.

I have been very neglectful of the car on oil changes, once pushing 10,000 miles. Most times the car would range between 4,000-5,500 miles between oil changes.

The car still gets 30 miles to the gallon in the city at 183,000 miles. I am painting it and planning on keeping it for as long as it runs which appears to be well into the 200,000 mile range.

I have spent $2,500 in maintenance over the years with $1500 due to owner carelessness.

This car is one of the most reliable cars I have ever owned. I now drive it one to two times a week and it starts every time.