1996 Chevrolet Corsica Sedan review from North America
"Thumbs down for a family car!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
We have had to replace the brakes 3 times.
It is leaking oil and coolant.
The washer fluid pump leaks. This will be the second time replacing it.
Gas gauge is definitely unreliable. Have to fill up at a 1/4 tank, or may end up on the side of the road with an empty tank.
Handles terrible on turns, it slides and the steering wheel shakes, even at appropriate speeds.
The car slides in heavy winds or when passing tractor trailers.
There aren't any master window/door locks in the front seat. My three year old can unlock/open the car door right from his car seat and roll down the window!!
Overhead compartment light had to be removed the first month we had the car, because it would not turn off.
Rear plate light keeps blowing.
With correct model/type, new windshield wipers, the window does not clear of rain, it blows right up from the bottom of the windshield.
The paint job is poor, it scratches going through the car wash.
General comments?
This car is a 4year/12,000 mile per year lease, which is up in February. For $97.00 a month I cannot complain too much. It was what we could afford at the time. The car is not bad to look at and comfortable on long drives.
I am concerned about the fact that they do not make them anymore.
I would not recommend a Corsica for a family car, as overall, I do not feel the body is made very well.
Anyone who has leased a vehicle before please Email me @MEDG6592 on AOL, with suggestions or experiences as what to expect when the lease ends. We are already over our allotted 48,000 miles.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Year of manufacture | 1996 |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 0 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 27367 miles |
| Most recent distance | 91522 miles |
| Previous car | Chrysler LeBaron |
| Date of Entry | 30th May, 2001 |