1996 Chevrolet Cavalier Coupe review from North America
"The Cavalier was a good value for the money. A very rugged and dependable car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The head gasket was seeping when I purchased the car.
The air bag light was on.
The brake rotors were badly warped.
The interior was shabby. The party never stopped with the previous owner.
Engine had the common 2.2L rattle. That was disconcerting due to the fact that my 91 2.2L Cavalier did not have it.
General comments?
The car is nimble for a base model on 14" wheels.
The engine has plenty of power. There are no curses on hill and no anxious moment merging on the highway.
The base radio/tape deck has a good sound for the non-audiophile.
The Cavalier seats are great for short and long-distance hops.
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| A great buy under 6,000 |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1996 |
| First year of ownership | 1996 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.2L Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 129631 miles |
| Most recent distance | 149658 miles |
| Previous car | Dodge 600 |
| Date of Entry | 30th April, 2002 |