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1986 Chevrolet Nova review from North America

"Good gas mileage for the gutless wonder!"

What things have gone wrong with the car?

I have had to have the axiel boots replaced on both sides.

If idle (e.g. stopped at a stoplight), the car tends to die when gas is pushed again.

Windshield wipes sometimes don't work.

Needs tune-ups regularly.

Gas gauge does not work, although, the light will fuel light does turn on within 2-3 gallons of empty.

Rear window defogger connection broke and despite several attempts will not reattach.

I had to replace the timing belt, but that's normal for the age of the car.

General comments?

My grandmother purchased this car brand new off the lot and I got when she stopped driving.

It has always been a slow starter and sometimes dies, but overall is in pretty good shape.

I regularly average over 30 mpg, which is fantastic considering the age.

In actuality, I haven't had to spend too much to keep the car running and it tends to do pretty well for me.

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Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Model year1986
Year of manufacture1986
First year of ownership2000
Most recent year of ownership2006
Engine and transmission 1.6L Automatic
Performance marks 7 / 10
Reliability marks 6 / 10
Comfort marks 7 / 10
Dealer Service marks  
Running Costs (higher is cheaper) 9 / 10
Overall marks (average of all marks) 7.3 / 10
Distance when acquired60000 miles
Most recent distance103000 miles
Previous carSaturn SL
Date of Entry 1st June, 2006

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