1994 Chevrolet Camaro 2dr coupe review from North America
"Problems + Weak Motor = No Sale"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Frequent lamp replacement, both headlamps and taillamps.
Manual transmission repeatedly popping out of 2nd gear, as well as reverse.
Engine seized up and had to be replaced at 24000 miles. Cause was found to be the intake of water by driving through a flooded parking lot (which only had 8 inches of water in it).
General comments?
The general layout of the vehicle is that of a cockpit, and cradles the driver nicely. Regardless of your height, you will not be able to see the hood which gives the car the impression of being shorter than it actually is.
Everything is in a sensible place and not far from reach, whether it be the stereo, the power windows, cigarette lighter, or even the manual shift. This car's comfort and interior design were well thought out.
Engine is a disappointment in the V6 model. A mere 160hp feels much less in this heavy car. Sluggish is the appropriate word, which is disappointing considering the car brakes and corners as if it would love the challenge of a larger engine. Perhaps the Z-28 would have been a better choice.
Cosmetically I have found the paint (in my case, arctic white) to fade at an alarming rate. However, this car does have a beautiful chassis with beautiful lines.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1994 |
| First year of ownership | 1994 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 1998 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.4L, 160hp Manual |
| Performance marks | 6 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 3 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 3 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 18 miles |
| Most recent distance | 40000 miles |
| Previous car | Chevrolet Camaro |
| Date of Entry | 17th July, 2002 |