1999 Chevrolet Prizm Consumer Discussions

Chevrolet (Geo) Prizm

Broken Wheel Bolt

Written by: billb60 on Oct 03, 2008 06:55 PM

How would I replace a broken wheel bolt on my 1999 Chevrolet Prizm? Read More...

Transmission Repair

Written by: tgrau on Apr 18, 2001 09:16 AM

Hi gang, I have a 1999 Chevy Prizm with about 47,000 miles on it. Unfortunately, because of the mileage my car that is less than 2 years old is outside the warranty period (3/36). About a week ago the transmission (3 speed automatic) went on me, and I had to eat a $2,500 repair bill to have it rebuilt (bad valve body if that means anything to you). The guy at AAMCO suggested ... Read More...

Thanks kunze1 !!!

Written by: ravram on Mar 26, 2001 11:23 AM

Thanks for the response! I am so fed up with my current car--a 1999 Kia Sportage EX, 4X4. I bought it last July and have had nothing but problems with it! It has been in the shop at least once a month.... What burns my a** is that I was stupid enough to believe that I was buying a "reliable" automobile--yeah right! I can rely on seeing the service department once a month! ... Read More...

New 2001 Prizm

Written by: ravram on Mar 23, 2001 06:29 AM

Hello! I have been reading all the posts, and this sounds like such a great little car! No wonder I'm buying one on April 2nd..... :-) Anyway, please bear with my stupidity, but when you get ANYTHING done on these brand new cars--you take it back to the Chevy Dealeership, right? I'm only asking because of post #380 about the coolant. I hate to feel like a retard, but ... Read More...

retrofit ABS

Written by: k33 on Feb 15, 2001 09:29 AM

I own a 1999 Chevy Prizm without ABS. Is it possible to put ABS on it? If so, any idea what the cost would be to have it done? Thanks, Ken Read More...

1999 Prizm Misc problems

Written by: capmedia on Jul 25, 2000 01:45 AM

I purchased a new 1999 Prizm last June. Within 7k miles, three of four tires had broken steel belts. Dealer wouldn't help. Found Firestone dealer who said warranty was invalid because tires had not been rotated at 5k miles. Since then, I've put a total of 10 tires on this car. Finally, Goodyear dealer says rear end is seriously out of alignment, causing tires to ... Read More...

Chevy Prizm 2000

Written by: luvmyprizm on May 14, 2000 06:07 PM

I have a 1990 Geo Prizm (manual) with almost 210,000 miles, which I love. I have never owned a car as reliable and problem-free as this one, with the lagniappe of being fun to drive. It has no problems and still gets 30+ MPG, but I am beginning to be concerned about its age and mileage. So I am considering getting a 1999 or 2000 model. However, did the change to "Chevy ... Read More...

One week review

Written by: flamanar on Apr 20, 2000 06:23 PM

Well, after having my 1999 Prizm a week, here's what I think. Suspension is very firm, but I don't think it's a bad thing. Tires still have to go. I get some loud humming when going above about 40 mph...I'm not sure, but it might be the tires again. I'm getting used to the 3-speed auto trans, but I think I'd probably like the 4-speed better. The radio is excellent. Love ... Read More...

Spark noise on cassette player

Written by: sidrc on Mar 08, 2000 10:19 PM

I recently had a good-quality after-market stereo installed on my new 1999 Prizm. The cassette player - probably the tape head - is since picking up what sounds very much like electromagnetic noise from the spark plugs. No noise when the engine is turned off. I have heard that some people have come across this problem with their Toyota Corollas and Geo/Chevy Prizms. ... Read More...

Spark noise on cassette player

Written by: sidrc on Mar 08, 2000 09:53 PM

I recently had a good-quality after-market stereo installed on my new 1999 Prizm. The cassette player - probably the tape head - is since picking up what sounds very much like electromagnetic noise from the spark plugs. No noise when the engine is turned off. I have heard that some people have come across this problem with their Toyota Corollas and Geo/Chevy Prizms. ... Read More...