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 year | 1986 |
| Year of manufacture | 1986 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| 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) | |
| Distance when acquired | 60000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 103000 miles |
| Previous car | Saturn SL |
| Date of Entry | 1st June, 2006 |