8th Mar 2017, 15:18
Are you also referring to the Cutlass Supreme? The best selling car at that time, and many years after.
8th Mar 2017, 18:28
Which imports are you talking about?
Nissan and Honda, both of whom can't build a transmission?
Toyota, who is still plagued by recalls and other problems?
Mazda, who's quality improved after merging with Ford?
How about Mitsubishi, possibly the worst Japanese company of all?
It goes on and on.
Like somebody mentioned earlier, every manufacturer has its flaws. Now I'm curious to know what it is you drive. It's funny that every time somebody wants to criticize GM, the Vega is always mentioned; even after that they still built full and midsize cars that were reliable from each division.
8th Mar 2017, 13:52
You are talking about small cars on a mid size GM review from that era. A Chevelle buyer would not be shopping new 4 cylinder Vegas. People weren't after small cars until the oil embargo and odd and even gas lines. As I recall in 74, there were more new VW Bugs than any 74 Hondas or Toyotas that I recall seeing. In fact I rode in a Honda Civic that had a terrible bone jarring ride. It had the smallest diameter rims and tires as likely a factor. I drove a silver 75 Chevelle with the nicer, smaller opera rectangular windows. It had a red interior. Had a very nice ride, with a good engine. I think the Vega comment is not representative of the entire GM line. The Impalas were bigger but more in line with this review than small cars. I had later 350 models and they were nice cars. If you are shopping for a nice mid size 70s era car, go with pre 72. Or buy a Vega that has cast iron sleeves. The only car I liked that year import wise was a 450SL.