2000 Chevrolet Cavalier from North America - Comments

Transmission, Brakes, Steering and frequently looks like it will overheat, when waiting in traffic, but hasn't gone completely over to the danger zone.

Bought the car as second owner. It had previously been a rental car.

Brakes, too, were a problem, doesn't stop, more like a 'shutter' to a stop, finally. Dealer put new pads on. I wonder if they put new brake pads on bad rotors? Very scary to drive, never know if it will stop if required suddenly.

Lights for low radiator fluid on frequently. I put antifreeze in and it leaks when car is stopped, even after only a twenty mile ride. Car came with only a FM/AM radio. Hard to deal with, should have in year 2000 had at least a cassette. Takes curves very poorly, feels like the car is going to slide off the road. Must slow down a lot to take even gradual curves.

Immediately had problems with the transmission, dealer changed trans oil, pan and filter even though manual states not needed until 50,000 miles. Problem not corrected. Trans fluid looks like dirty motor oil. Two estimates are for $2000 for replacement or repair. At 41,500 transmission is totally shot. Car won't reverse, drive over first gear.

GM's answer to complaint is an offer of $500 certificate to purchase another, when I already owe four years for a car that doesn't run.

I have had 2 2000 Cavaliers I have had no problems. I guess that is what you get for buying a car that once belonged to a rental agency. I know myself I will tear up a rental when I get one. The agency is LUCKY it still runs when I get it back to their lot.

Agreed. I owned a 2000 that I LOVED. I only traded it in because I traded it for a Corvette!

You bought a car from a rental agency. You can't expect too much. They don't take care of their cars. As long as they last a year or two and make them money, they're happy.

Seriously, put the money into the car and once it's fixed up you'll have zero problems.

In fact, my grandmother just gave up her 1986 cavalier, which was in great shape until someone totaled it : (

So what did she buy? A 91 sunbird... the same exact car as a cavalier!

My family has had 4 cavaliers over the years and never had a single serious problem with any of them.

To be honest with everyone I love my cavalier. It is the first car that I ever purchased and haven't regretted it a bit. The only problems I have had with it are the brakes; because the cavaliers brakes are so small they need to be changed so often. My next car will probably be another cavalier.

GM is offering you a $500 OLC when you bought the vehicle used? from a rental agency? WOW! I'm impressed.

All I can say is I love my car. I am a strict GM customer and will continue to be.

It would seem to me that your problem was the rental compaany, but now is maintenance. To fix your car troubles, I recommend learning more about your car. Research it over the internet. Maybe then you will actually realize that your are being ripped off by repair shops.

I have a 2000 cavalier and have had very few problems, mainly dealing with the factory stereo. First let me say this to you, this car is not a Mirage so don't try to drive it like one. And second the fact that you were actually naive enough to buy a rental car does not give me any sympathy for you. So go take some automotive repair classes and think for at least a second about what you are doing before you run out and buy a rental car next time.

I own a 97 cavalier and absolutely hate it. I bought it from a large, respected dealership, and have had many problems. First of all I've gotten 3 recalls on the car, which doesn't seem too promising, and makes me wonder if the car is even drivable, how can such problems be overlooked? I've had many problems with my brakes, even after replacing all components. They make a loud, odd, clapping noise when I try to stop quickly, or if I'm on a hill, or even when It's raining outside. My radiator light constantly comes on whenever I make a turn, even though it's full. I;'ve heard this complaint from a few others I know too. Hopefully GM has worked out all the problems by now.

I have owned 5 Cavaliers. I currently own a 2000 z24 which is AWESOME! I bought it new and I am still in love. Not one problem has happened.

I hate to say this to you know, but ex rental cars should NEVER be purchased. These cars are registered as fleet vehicles, have been poorly maintained and not to mention been driven to heck. They will usually be a nightmare to own. I have a 2002 Cavalier VL sedan that I purchased used from a one owner lease and I have not had a single problem with it.