1983 Chevrolet Chevette review from North America
"You Cannot Kill This Car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Starter.
Carburetor-Multiple times.
Battery.
Brake Master Cylinder.
Windshield washer fluid motor never worked.
General comments?
What a car. It had it's ups and its downs. This car had no power and was ugly as hell. Unfortunately, it was the 4 door, and not the scooter.
Other than that, you could not get this car down. I honestly believe this is one of the toughest cars ever made. This was my first car, and I really let it have it, but it took it all and begged for more. No matter how cold, it always started up.
I don't think it is possible to wreck this vehicle. I hit a full grown female deer at 65, and after a new grille and headlight shroud, the car looked better than before.
This car is so much fun off-road! It has just enough power to spin the wheels on dirt. Of course, I had a four door with an automatic. I might have kept this car if it was the scooter with a manual. But, if you could get $1200 for trade-in, you would get rid of it too.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 4/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 250000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 265000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 25th January, 2003 |

