1991 Chevrolet Cavalier Reviews

Seals in hydraulic cylinders for power roof, A/C, quarter glass trim rusts away, rear glass window separates from roof.

Owned '89, '91, '93 and '99 Z24 ragtops. Custom and original.

Never buy one with a VIN# starting with 3. They're made in Mexico and rust severely in Canada. '92-'94 are the best ones! Better interior, looks, 3.1, better door trim, P/W switches, roof, etc.

You have to love ragtops. I do, and love this car.

Head gasket after 1500k.

Computer after 1000k.

Water pumps; 5 in one year.

Belt tensioner x 2.

Radiator.

Heater core.

Timing chain.

Ignition sensor.

Seat spring popped out. Sharp.

Etc etc etc.

Car was purchased by wife through her dad's friend's car lot.

Things kept escalating with repairs to the point where it was towed to junk yard and I'd lose the $7000 to $8000 invested in the car in just over a year. The other option was to keep repairing it.

The last straw was when the car died again. Towed to a mechanic. Replaced ignition sensor.

2 weeks later, it dies in a snow storm again.

Towed back to mechanic. Puts in an ignition module.

Dies one week later. Back to mechanic. Chain is gone and now an additional $1000 dollar repair bill.

Towed it home. Got discount from the driver because I was such a repeat customer and the mechanic paid for another tow. Could not give the car away. Towed to junk yard.

My parts friend calls them "Crapoliers." He's been in the business for 40 years.

Nuff said.

Sensor, 68000 miles.

Shifter boot, 114,000 miles.

Battery, 130,000 miles.

Bought the VL coupe brand new for under $7,000 + 795 for extended warranty. I'm still kicking myself for that because I never had to use it.

Loved the dash, although I wished that it had a tachometer, but hey, for that kind of money?

Considering the price I paid, the engine, 5-speed transmission, distributor-less ignition, hydraulically actuated clutch, stainless steel exhaust system, styling, solid handling, great economy, fun to drive, all these were beyond my expectations.

The car proved extremely reliable, I experienced the first major trouble after 7 years at 130,000 miles when the original battery gave up.

The car was not garaged most of the time and began losing its luster. It was time to move on anyway, but I still have fond memories.

This was one great car, I don't understand why the press gave it such bad rap.

I do all my own work, don't trust others with my pride and joy.

Alternator was replaced after the bearing went out in it.

The water pump was leaking and replaced.

The engine overheated, new thermostat was put in.

The clutch was going out when I bought it, so drove it until it had to be redone.

New tires, sway bar links, and lower ball joints were put in last week.

The rear brakes and parking brake cables were replaced at the same time.

I welded the parking brake handle back together after it broke in the console.

The sunroof leaks a little, but that is no big deal.

The plastic is cracked on the console.

The doors are starting to rust, but that is because the MN winters and salt.

I love my car very much. It is my best friend and never lets me down.

I knew the guy I bought it from, and told him that if he ever sold it I wanted it. I bought it for $400. It is the best car I have ever had, and for the best price.

Brakes, hoses, usual wear items.

My prior car was a 69 Camaro RS and as I started a family I decided to opt for a sporty four door. This was tough to find until I discovered the Cavalier RS (Rally Sport). This has been a great car in terms of performance and practicality. The completely stock 2.2 litre engine is quite powerful and I recently clocked the standing start quarter mile @ 14.1 seconds @ 104 miles per hour. Where it really shines is in cornering with its advanced MacPherson strut suspension. I realize there are faster cars out there, but not in this price range!

Leave it to Chevy to market a practical yet sporty four door that blows the doors off the competition!