1986 Chevrolet Cavalier RS Wagon review from North America
"It'll get you there... eventually"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Nothing to date.
General comments?
This is my first and current car. I have put several thousand miles on it since it was passed down to me from my sister.
Pros: Roomy- The RS wagon has an abundance of room and is great for hauling around my musical equipment.
Reliable- Nothing has gone wrong with the car to date and it runs just as smoothly as the day my sister received it.
Gas Mileage- Averages 25 mpg. A full tank will last me 7-8 days if I'm not particularly busy.
Visibility- No blind spots whatsoever. As my mom puts it, "It's like driving a fish tank."
Cons: Engine/Acceleration- With a 85 HP 4 cylinder, this car gets left behind. Getting onto the highway can be downright scary when you're doing 40 at the bottom of the entrance ramp...
AC- Weak at best. Takes forever to cool down and it sucks what little power this car had to begin with.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model Year | 1986 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 Liter Automatic |
| Performance marks | 2/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 6/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 69000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 73500 miles |
| Date of Entry | 4th April, 2006 |