1990 Chevrolet Camaro RS review from North America
"A cheap car that looks really good and goes just as fast!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
It has run really well with the 305 until it spun a main bearing causing me to put in a 350.
The 350 is nice, but still has the tendency to run a little hot. Approximately around 240 degrees.
The electric fan only works when air conditioner is on so I have to go all the time with the air conditioning on.
The starter is close to going out.
The pinion bearings in the rear end were replaced at about 100,000 because of howling noise in the rear differential.
General comments?
I am almost 19 years old and this car is a great one for someone with a relativley low budget who wants a car that looks great.
The T-tops have the original weather stripping and they don't leak at all!
I was beat by a couple of foreign cars with the 305, but only beat by a Toyota Supra with the 350.
I am 5'4" and the rear seats are cramped and if going on long trips the front seats start feeling a little cramped on the left leg. Other owners might know what I am talking about.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1990 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 5.7 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 98000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 138000 miles |
| Previous car | Plymouth Duster |
| Date of Entry | 3rd June, 2001 |