1989 Chevrolet Cavalier Z24 review from North America
"Could have been better built!!!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
My engine went at 246,000km.
My alternator died at about 100,000km.
My A/C is constantly giving me trouble. I had retrofitted from the old R12 and it just hasn't been anywhere near as cold.
I have had the front hubs replaced twice.
My cruise control hasn't worked for years.
When it was still new, I slid a bit in the snow and bumped the R front wheel against the curb - very lightly. But I put the rack out of alignment and bent the frame. The car has not handled the same since. It constantly pulls to the left. I can't count how many times it's been aligned- but to no avail.
The ECM has gone three times!!!
The fuel pump and heater core also needed replacing a few years ago.
Recently the power steering pump needed replacing.
General comments?
When the car is working fine it's fun to drive. The acceleration is great and I don't mind the fuel economy. I just wish that GM had put a little more effort in the design of this thing. It really could have been a great car instead of just an okay car. I'll never buy another GM vehicle again, but it is my first and only car and in a weird sort of way I love it.
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| I love my Z24 |
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| This is an awesome car that has lasted for a VERY long time with relatively no problems |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model year | 1989 |
| Year of manufacture | 1989 |
| First year of ownership | 1989 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.8 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 6 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 2 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 0 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 270000 kilometres |
| Date of Entry | 26th June, 2005 |