1990 Chevrolet Cavalier Z24 review from North America
"A semi-expensive, high performance car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Needed a new clutch, brakes, tires, and shocks when I bought it.
Has gone through another set of brakes.
At around 155,000 a spark plug blew out of it. Replaced the plugs, wires, and seals.
Replaced the muffler at 160,000.
The exhaust pipe broke in half at 175,000.
Front passegner seat is broken and stuck forward.
The sun roof leaks occasionally.
Several brake lines have had to be changed.
Starter went at about 170,000.
Has needed 2 new batteries.
Power windows do not work. Needs new wires.
Power locks barely work.
Other minor things.
General comments?
The car has an immense amount of power, probably too much for a car its size. Can take most cars off the line.
It is OK with gas mileage, if you do not drive it hard, otherwise it is pretty bad.
It handles pretty well, but would be a lot better if it was lowered with wider rims.
It is great for 2 people to rid in, but uncomfortable for more.
The car overall is good, but could be great if it had a lot of add-ons.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1990 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.1 V6 Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 5 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 6 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 146000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 182000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 16th December, 2002 |