1996 Chevrolet Cavalier Base review from North America
"Its time for Chevy to hike up their skirt"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Head Gasket changed a few times, lots of money put into it by previous owner. Electrical problems; headlight had to be re-wired to a manual switch. All 4 wheel bearings were also needed, which is not uncommon for these cars.
General comments?
I believed in this car when I first bought it. Then when is started to run badly I gave it a chance. When its evil plan unhatched and it wanted more attention I decided it was time for this little guy to go to the junker.
I had a chance to buy another one of these, that one also soon went to the junk yard from its owner. This car handles like a skateboard and dents like a tin can, it's a disgrace to the Chevy line of cars. Before you think of buying one of these cars, read up on it. I think the 2.4l motor is a bit better. Its time for Chevy to hike up their skirt and put in a mans motor that gets just as good gas mileage.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1996 |
| Year of manufacture | 1995 |
| First year of ownership | 2005 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.2L 5-speed Manual |
| Performance marks | 2 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 1 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 4 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 0 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 152000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 153000 miles |
| Previous car | Panther Mustang |
| Date of Entry | 8th December, 2006 |