1996 Chevrolet Cavalier RS review from North America
"A great low-budget, dependable car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Some plastic trim around the driver seat broke a couple times.
The power steering pump had to be replaced.
Fuel pump had to be replaced at 60,000 miles due to intermittent starting.
Those were the only major issues in the 8 years and 100,000 miles I had the car.
General comments?
Overall, this was probably the best car I ever had as far as reliability. It ran just as strong at 100,000 miles as it did when it was new. The only repair that it needed that was disappointing was the fuel pump.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model Year | 1997 |
| First year of ownership | 1996 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0L Automatic |
| Performance marks | 6/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 6/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 5 miles |
| Most recent distance | 104000 miles |
| Previous car | Oldsmobile Cutlass |
| Date of Entry | 28th October, 2004 |