1990 Chevrolet Cavalier Review

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Written by: Joel on 02/06/2006

Vehicle

1990 Chevrolet Cavalier 4 Dr VL Wagon

Review

It's not fast but gas mileage is probably even better than it should be. Bought car private party from original owner. 36k original miles! A lot of plastic in the interior but it's not supposed to be a luxury car. This Chevy handles well and I would recommend it for anyone with a piggybank and a drivers license.

Favorite Features

Cheap, mileage.

Suggested Improvements

Less plastic more power from 4 cyl. I would prefer rear wheel drive.

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Cavalier wagon a trooper

Written by: juniorgriff on 05/15/2005

Vehicle

1990 Chevrolet Cavalier 4 Dr VL Wagon

Review

I have owned 17 cars since i have got my licence in '88 and all of them do not compare to this super trooper. I don't think they put too many 6 cylinders. in the wagons, but it is a great engine. Check this... 325,000 kms. AMAZING!! Forget Camrys and Accords. This car will not stop! I am not regular with the oil changes and tune- ups, and I drove it twice to Vancouver from Calgary, and once to Toronto and back! Sure, the paint is faded and there is a little rust around the wheel wells, but I am proud to tell people this old dog is still kicking. The only major thing I have done is brakes, tires and right side ball joint. If this car makes it to 375,000 I am going to write a letter to GM. Great job boys!

Favorite Features

Still very peppy and fairly comfortable for a big guy!

Suggested Improvements

Never stop making the 3.1 engine!

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Great car

Written by: John Bierman on 05/16/2004

Vehicle

1990 Chevrolet Cavalier 2 Dr STD Coupe

Review

Great little car, bought for my father when he was commuting 600-700 miles a week for less than $1000 from local GM dealer. Only work needed was a new battery and a new starter (althouth replacing just the solenoid probably would have fixed it as well). Love the styling on it, comfortable seats, good gas mileage (25 mpg or so in town, 30+ on the highway). Always as dependable as any car I've had (although my old Datsun 210 wagon was pretty good too), with terrific ground clearance (a big help for getting through the snow where I live). Solid machine I'd recommend to anyone needing good, cheap transportation!

Favorite Features

Easy engine to work on though it hasn't required much of any work, ground clearance better than many SUVs, all-around nice balance and solid feel. The interior light that stays on until you've started the car is handy, too.

Suggested Improvements

Nothing I can think of, but it's a little late to suggest improvements for a car made in 1990, isn't it?

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AMAZING AFTER SO MANY MILES!!!!

Written by: CypressMJ on 07/26/2003

Vehicle

1990 Chevrolet Cavalier 2 Dr VL Coupe

Review

I'd have to say I am really proud of my Cavalier VL coupe. She runs great and fast. As a teenager still in the 'wanna-be fast' stage of my life, this baby has all the power I need with a 3.1L engine pulling about 140 horsepower. Other then the lack of stylish exterior and constant rust problems, my car, after 102,456 miles on it, still runs fresh off the dealership. Watch out for that thermostat, though. She'll stick on ya!

Favorite Features

3.1L V6, 140 HP engine under the hood, and body kit w/ spoiler.

Suggested Improvements

more excelleration, better exterior look.

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Our Cavalier Z24

Written by: Traci & Rob on 02/11/2003

Vehicle

1990 Chevrolet Cavalier 2 Dr Z24 Coupe

Review

I would recommend to anyone buying a used car that the Z24 is a grat car to buy. She handles real well. Love the power when shifting gears.

Favorite Features

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