1990 Chevrolet Lumina Euro review from North America
"A great first car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Small transmission fluid leak, fixed with stop leak.
Replaced alternator three times, but I overloaded them with an aftermarket stereo amplifier.
Replaced wheel bearings up front twice.
Replaced struts and shocks up front.
Replaced motor mounts.
Replaced oil and water pump.
Replaced faulty sensor in engine.
Replaced starter motor.
Turn signal wore out at 170,000 miles.
Rear calipers bad, been told it was an engineering problem, haven't bothered to replace them.
General comments?
I have owned my Lumina Euro for 7 years now, the car itself is thirteen years old, and I have to say this has been a faithful little car.
Most of my maintenance has been routine wear and tear, for the most part this car has been very reliable.
Transmission still shifts well at 184,000 miles. Engine is still running strong, doesnt burn oil or clunk and clang.
I grew very fond of this little car, it looks sporty as a two door, decent power, the interior and exterior wear is normal for a car of this age. I would still be driving it if it wasnt for a wreck last year.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1990 |
| First year of ownership | 1996 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.1 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 79000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 184000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 27th February, 2003 |