1989 Chevrolet Cavalier review from North America
"Great car for show and racing, but that's it"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Extreme power and the engine purrs like a kitten!
Wonderful gas mileage!
Horrible crash performance!
Headliner comes down easily and is a pain to fix.
General comments?
I was involved in a severe accident in my Cavalier a few months ago and was extremely disappointed in its overall crash performance. The car literally caved in and I was trapped in the drivers side by the caving in of the passenger side. Please do not purchase this car if you have children or value your life. It's a fun car to drive, but not one you want to have as an everyday vehicle.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | Manual |
| Performance marks | 6/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 4/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 3/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 131000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 147000 miles |
| Previous car | Chevrolet Blazer |
| Date of Entry | 31st May, 2003 |