1993 Chevrolet Cavalier RS review from North America
"The best money I have ever spent"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Had to replace the ignition switch when I bought the car.
Alternator went out at 120,000 along with the water pump in the same week.
Radiator sprung a leak due to a piece of gravel at 150,000.
At 160,000 the motor finally gave out and threw the number one connecting rod, threw the oil pan and the block after a 6 grand launch.
General comments?
This has been by far the best car I have ever owned. It's 5 speed manual transmission is great for economy and speed. The engine swap was a snap, most everything under the hood just plugs in.
I would never sell this car and have plans of one day doing a V8 rear wheel conversion.
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| Excellent! |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1993 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.2 Manual |
| Performance marks | 10 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 80000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 170000 miles |
| Previous car | Chevrolet Camaro |
| Date of Entry | 29th July, 2003 |