1997 Chevrolet Lumina LS review from North America
"I bought the car for $4,000, I've put $2,000+ back into it, what do you think my opinion is?"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
- Power steering rack needed replacement.
- Alternator (did that myself)
- Battery due to alternator LOL.
- Rear struts rotted.
- Water pump.
- A/C compressor seized so car wouldn't run... Pulled that myself.
- Tie-rod passengers side.
- Muffler rotted up to the catalytic converter..
- Frame is starting to rot (expected though for this age)
- Brakes lines have all rotted.
- The list goes on... and on, and on.
General comments?
I dislike this car... I don't hate it, mainly because it has only not started for me once. It is reliable in that it will start, but quality wise this car is a nightmare.
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| I would buy another right now! |
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| A very dependable machine, with a good amount of response and room to fit your stuff |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Model year | 1997 |
| Year of manufacture | 1996 |
| First year of ownership | 2006 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2009 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.1L V6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 84000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 117500 miles |
| Date of Entry | 7th August, 2009 |