1993 Chevrolet Cavalier Consumer Reviews
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(16 Total Reviews)
Turn and run!
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 4 | Fun-to-Drive: | 6 | Build Quality: | 5 |
| Comfort: | 3 | Interior Design: | 5 | Reliability: | 2 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 6 | ||
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1993 Chevrolet Cavalier 2 Dr Z24 Coupe
Review
Where do I start? First off, if you live anywhere north of Illinois, do not get this car. Horrible heating! Within 3 weeks two spark plugs blew out of the head. I had to re-thread both of them. They did this on a cold start! It had a leak in the car,(Water) Which I could never pinpoint. I would have four inches of standing water in the rear floor wells. I have had two coil packs go bad. This is a joke to even think you can replace them. They are on the front of the engine and its takes a mechanic two hours. Replacing the heater core is supposed to be easy, Wrong! It is plastic, yes plastic from the top of it to the lines that hook up. The suspension, is rough.
Favorite Features
Engine , when running proper, flat out flies!
Suggested Improvements
Take the engine, put a cast head on it, and rebuild the same car but pay attention to what customers are saying
Perfect for me
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 7 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 7 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 7 | ||
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1993 Chevrolet Cavalier 2 Dr RS Coupe
Review
I wanted to add my 2 cents and give love to my 93' Cavalier that I am trading in within the next week. I have had this car since 1997 and have drive it from Iowa to St. Louis<400 miles> over 50 times! and only once did I have problems with it<my fault too>Kept the lights on while eating<battery died>I must say this car has been nothing but perfect for me.This car is good for those who accidently forget to change the oil every 3K. I have driven this car to the point of me thinking how many miles can I put on this beauty. I would be keeping it but with a baby in my life I need something a little more NEWER!
Favorite Features
Everything!
Suggested Improvements
One time I replaced 4 batteries in 2 months, but after adding the 5th one, it has been used for over 2 years now. It is still a mystery what was wrong.
Cavalier
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 3 | Fun-to-Drive: | 5 | Build Quality: | 5 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 2 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 1 | ||
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1993 Chevrolet Cavalier 4 Dr RS Sedan
Review
I love the fuel economy, but I hate the leaky trunk, and cracked heads which I checked, it is a common problem with these cars. Overall I have had it for about 2 and a half years, and it wasnt until recently that I have had any probems with it. It broke down 3 times in the course of a week which I didnt appreciate. Overall, I like the car, Im planning on buying a newer model possibly a 97 or 98 with the new body style.
Favorite Features
Power locks
Suggested Improvements
Fix the leaky trunks, and the durability of the engine
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
Good car
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 6 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 6 | ||
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1993 Chevrolet Cavalier 4 Dr RS Sedan
Review
I don't know if I just got lucky, but my cavalier ran for over 130,000 miles with little to no repairs on it. Only after 130,000 did anything need to really be fixed.
Favorite Features
Suggested Improvements
0 out 2 people found this review helpful
It made it for 10 years
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 4 | Build Quality: | 3 |
| Comfort: | 4 | Interior Design: | 5 | Reliability: | 5 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 5 | ||
Vehicle
1993 Chevrolet Cavalier 2 Dr VL Coupe
Review
From 1993 to 1999, the main problems were the coolant was always missing due to a temperature gaurge problem, hose problem or some othe problem. In 1999, all heck started to break lose. The brakes failed totally in 1999 and I luckily made it home safely (back brakes only). From 1999 on, various things happened included all the injectors failed, the ignition module failed, the head gaskets failed, etc.. The most annoying thing that made the repairs not worth it: the car started to look bad. The paint started to fake, the brake light started to melt, and the inside of the door would scorch your arm because the metal would get too hot in the sun.
Favorite Features
The radio - you will never find a better radio in a cheap car.
Suggested Improvements
The coolant system needs an overhaul. The major repair in 2003 would not have mattered if I wasn't making coolant system repairs every year.
0 out 2 people found this review helpful
This car is a lemon
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 3 | Fun-to-Drive: | 3 | Build Quality: | 3 |
| Comfort: | 5 | Interior Design: | 3 | Reliability: | 3 |
| Fuel Economy: | 5 | Exterior Design: | 5 | ||
Vehicle
1993 Chevrolet Cavalier 4 Dr RS Wagon
Review
Right from the start there have been problems with this car. The engine has been remounted 3 times due to a design defect that causes the engine to not fit properly into the vehicle. This makes the front end vibate constantly, especially when idling. It is not considered a safety problem by GM. But it can cause other parts to fail or break from the vibrations. Also the coolant system has had constant problems and many replacements. It is now leaking due to a rotted head gasket. Dealer repairs have been unsatisfactory. I would not recommend this car or any other GM vehicle to anyone.
Favorite Features
The air conditioning is ok and I like the power windows.
Suggested Improvements
The cavalier is a dinosaur. They should discontinue the model and design a whole new low priced model.
0 out 1 people found this review helpful
Good Performance For The Money
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 7 |
| Comfort: | 5 | Interior Design: | 5 | Reliability: | 7 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
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1993 Chevrolet Cavalier 2 Dr Z24 Coupe
Review
Overall this car has been very reliable and fun to drive. The Z24 has performance that the other cavaliers in 1993 didn't have. It comes with a 3.1 V6 that has some good power and acceleration. The look of the exterior is very nice and sporty. The interior is basic and comfortable in the front seats. The back seat can be tight for taller people. I have only had minor problems so far. I have 109000 miles on it now. It still has the original transmission and it is working fine.
Favorite Features
1. Fun to drive, good acceleration 2. Decent fuel economy 3. Sporty look 4. Fairly reliable
Suggested Improvements
1. Basic car, lacks some of the newer car features (climate control, fold down back seat, ect...) 2. Gets rust spots frequently 3. Not a great winter car
Hard to get rid off
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 7 | Fun-to-Drive: | 7 | Build Quality: | 7 |
| Comfort: | 6 | Interior Design: | 6 | Reliability: | 8 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 6 | ||
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1993 Chevrolet Cavalier 2 Dr VL Coupe
Review
This bad boy has taken me to NY from VA and back about 10 times. It has battle the narrow curvy backroads of VA and has taken on the pot holes and wild taxi drivers in NY. No wonder I need shock work! And most importantly it has never left me on the side of the road. Every time I try to find a reason to sell it I cant. Sincerely, New Chevy Fan 1993 Chevy Cavalier VL 2D
Favorite Features
Easy and cheap to maintain and fix.
Suggested Improvements
Zed'er
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 7 | Build Quality: | 5 |
| Comfort: | 7 | Interior Design: | 4 | Reliability: | 4 |
| Fuel Economy: | 4 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
1993 Chevrolet Cavalier 2 Dr Z24 Coupe
Review
I bought my Z24 in May of 2002. Since then I've had no real problems with it besides the very unreliable clutch. The power in this car is remarkable. This car just flys. The interior.. well its a 92 not too bad i guess. Its typical GM design. Very basic. Overall its really just a basic car with a big engine.
Favorite Features
power, styling
Suggested Improvements
Drop the hydrolic clutch. Handling is a little rough
love that car!!!!!!!!
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
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1993 Chevrolet Cavalier 4 Dr RS Sedan
Review
perfect car for older couple!
Favorite Features
cheap to maintain
Suggested Improvements
better front seats
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