1991 Chevrolet Corsica review from North America
"A safe friend that must be made of platinum"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The alternator squeals from start up, on.
In cold weather, it has trouble starting up, and sometimes will stall.
When you hit 70-75 mph on, the car vibrates uncontrollably. Sometimes in idle at traffic lights, the car will vibrate somewhat also.
Fuse box acted up for a few months, but then fixed itself.
Sometimes you might want to watch that it does not overheat. I had a problem with it a couple of times, but since 1999, it has been good to me.
General comments?
Yes, it is a slower car with no pick up, and it vibrates, and it might not have a lot of leg room in the back...
But this car is amazing in so many ways:
First off, it is unbelievably safe. It has two cars on separate occasions where the opposing car was going 30 or so mph, and the Corsica only acquire minor dents, and I acquired none.
Second off, it is pretty comfortable, and when it vibrates, you get used to it, and it makes the car even more comfortable.
Third off, it gets pretty good gas mileage.
Fourth (off), unlike many other cars designed in the late 80s and early 90s, this Corsica pulls off a pretty good design which still looks nice, even in the year 2003. It is highly adaptable to any way you want the car to feel or look.
Finally, this car is just golden. It has gotten me through 18 inches of snow and 4 girlfriends. It can drive most anywhere and has, and it will treat you right, even when you do not.
Money car...
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1996 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 4 cylinder 2.2L regular Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 8/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 90000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 172567 miles |
| Date of Entry | 3rd December, 2003 |

