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new owner, replacing Geo Metro
mld, 04/13/2004
2004 Chevrolet Aveo LS 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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more power then Geo, but not as good mileage
great little car
BJ S, 04/16/2004
2004 Chevrolet Aveo LS 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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body is a little tinny
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Surprisingly solid so far
allosab, 01/27/2004
2004 Chevrolet Aveo Special Value 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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Zippy, sleek, excellent no-frills get from point A to point B kind of car. It's a lot of fun to drive, for sure!
Cute Little Commuter
Expymom, 04/15/2004
2004 Chevrolet Aveo Special Value 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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Surprising amount of space up front and in trunk. Fun little car to wrack the miles up on and not feel bad about it. This little guy is sacrificing to save a new Tacoma Double Cab.
AVEO Review
jbbrack, 04/23/2004
2004 Chevrolet Aveo LS 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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We have had our Aveo for three months and have no complaints about the car. It replaced a small pickup we used around town and is mainly used for shopping and local trips. The space behind the rear seats is great for groceries and other small items. I have also used it to carry heavy items up to 800 pounds with no significant change in handling characteristics. The seating is comfortable and the headroom and visibility equivalent to a much larger vehicle. I am impressed by the quality in the car for the price I paid for it. All in all, a real bargain.
Run Away and Never Return!
necietoo, 12/16/2008
2004 Chevrolet Aveo 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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This car was purchased as a gift brand new. I was very disappointed it didn't last 3years and the timing belt broke and the car was extremely damaged. Like 5600 dollars in damages the car only cost 9000 to 10000 dollars are you for real? Please, please, please do not buy this car. It will leave you stranded!
Toy car
Konstantine, 04/14/2009
2004 Chevrolet Aveo LS 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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This car is awful, timing belt snapped at 4500 miles, replaced engine and never worked the same again. Multiple problems in the design yet GM still doesn't do anything about it. Don't be fooled, this is NOT an American-made car. It's a Daewoo Lanos in a Suzuki designed body. I cringe every time I see one on the road now, GM should scrap it as it is giving them a terrible reputation.
excellent runabout
lips, 04/24/2010
2004 Chevrolet Aveo LS 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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We bought car new. No problems in 76000. this is a much better car than it's reputation maybe problems are due to improper or lack of maintenance. .
CHEVROLET AVEO
GLENDA, 01/15/2004
2004 Chevrolet Aveo 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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I COULD NOT AS FOR A BETTER CAR THEN AVEO.I DRIVE FROM 300-400 MILES A WEEK I CAN NOT BEAT GAS MILEAGES 35-40 MILES GALLON,INSIDE REAL NICE LOT OF SPACE,WHEN ARE A BIG PERSON LIKE ME.LIKE SOME OTHER CARS ,DO NOT PUT ANY NAMES OUT THERE IN COMPACT CARS , WHEN YOU DRIVE LONG WAY EVERYDAY ,THE NUMBER 1 COMPACT OF 2004 CHEVROLET AVEO
Great Car, Excellent Value!
callenwv, 04/24/2004
2004 Chevrolet Aveo Special Value 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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Ok, if you're looking for a lot of car for a little money, then the 2004 Chevrolet Aveo SVM is for you! Definitely the most car for the money. Sporty, economical and COMFORTABLE!!!
Geart little car
superk12303, 04/28/2004
2004 Chevrolet Aveo LS 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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I have had the vech about a month now and it is great would tell anyone who asked me about it and was interested in a small car to look at it
aveo is the best car I've had
shoshanae, 03/02/2004
2004 Chevrolet Aveo 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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The Aveo was my first brand new car I'm very impressed with the gas mileage I've never seen a car that they say has a certain amount city/hwy and it be true
Honest Description
Matt, 12/30/2005
2004 Chevrolet Aveo LS 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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I bought this car looking for a stick shift compact car that was easy on gas mileage and relatively cheap. I have had two cars before this, a F150 pickup and a Mitsubishi Eclipse. The car is average, but for that price tag, you can't expect a Ferrari. Good gas mileage. Great MP3 player. PROBLEMS: 1)The horn is placed EXTREMELY badly making it impossible to hit in an emergency, particularly if you drive one handed. 2) Sometimes the stick shift jams up for inexplicable reasons; weather also alters stick shifting. 3) Hard wind blows it all over the place, worse than driving a semi. Relatively good on ice, but I'm no expert.
2004 Aveo (Automatic Hatchback) Review
MABPA, 05/01/2004
2004 Chevrolet Aveo 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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I waited one month before writing this review to allow time to get a better perspective of my new 2004 Aveo, an automatic transmission, hatchback style. I find the size of the vehicle as desired, small on the outside, quite roomy (including rear seat leg room) on the inside. With the 60/40 split and "flip and fold" feature of the back seat, the car has a nice variety of storage options. My early estimate of fuel efficiency in generally moderate distance, rural, and somewhat hilly travel is about 32 mpg. The car is a fun vehicle for the "gentle" driver.
Great Car
Cherryk24, 03/08/2004
2004 Chevrolet Aveo LS 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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I've only had my car for a month now, but it's great! Gas mileage is excellent, the ride is quiet, and the car is safe and confortable. It's even big enough to fit my snowboard in the back! Great price too!
suprised car
cohed, 03/09/2004
2004 Chevrolet Aveo LS 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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comfort,coazy and very solid car but not to sport driving.
Love this car
randydriver, 04/20/2005
2004 Chevrolet Aveo 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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I just love this car I have had it a month and a half. It was the last 2004 on the lot and it had a 5-speed. I have averaged about 29 mpg around town and 38-40 on out of town trips. I like the quirky style and the cavernous interior.
Very Nice Car
TrishaLynn, 03/09/2004
2004 Chevrolet Aveo 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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I took this car for a test drive, and I enjoyed driving it so much that I had to have it. It is comfortable to sit in, has great gas mileage, and is very roomy.
low miles engine blow
04aveo, 02/10/2010
2004 Chevrolet Aveo Special Value 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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No Major problems with this car till now. Just driving along and timing belt broke and blew engine. Quotes from 2800.00 to 3500.00 that's almost half the sticker price which 7750.00. I just paid the thing off not real happy. The more I read about this money pit the more I think I should just get another car
The Aveo is the best bang for the buck!
Jynx, 03/16/2004
2004 Chevrolet Aveo LS 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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This car is the most affordable and well equipted GM car out there. It has the reliability of the GM company but the new stylish design like the more "hip" foreign cars. Even without all of the upgrades the car is great...but the upgrades do inhance the appeal of the vehicle. Overall I would rank the Aveo as my first choice for a starter car with class.
Great Buy
cjparnell, 11/05/2003
2004 Chevrolet Aveo Special Value 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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Yet Another Great Dependable car buy GM
Honest Value over Status
TNtim, 03/21/2004
2004 Chevrolet Aveo 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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This would be a great first car, second car, or utility vehicle. Value, versatility and more than a little verve. Don't let the price tag fool you.
Very pleased with my Aveo
Tom, 11/06/2008
2004 Chevrolet Aveo LS 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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I have been very pleased with my Aveo, on average I get about 29-30 miles per gallon in town and when I'm on the open road I've averaged as high as 36- 37 miles per gallon. recently a dealer offered me well over the bluebook value for my aveo because they were looking to boost their inventory of smaller cars, but why should I get something new when I get the mileage that I do. Really have not had to put a great deal of money into it, just the basic and recommended things. Overall I can only say good things about my Aveo and that I won't be getting anything new soon, because the newer cars don't even get the miles per gallon my car does now.
Fantastic little car!
Kevinator, 03/24/2004
2004 Chevrolet Aveo LS 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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Purchased my black hatchback about a month ago, and I still look forward to driving it! Handles beautifully, love the Euro styling, and it's suprisingly quick! I find myself going over the speed limit all the time! The great mileage doesn't hurt either!
Imported Chevy
FWG, 06/12/2005
2004 Chevrolet Aveo 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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Reminds me of a Chevy economy car not an import. Nice ride for so little cost. Aveo is equal to a Nissan Sentra (Mid 90's model) in ride and quietness. Buy it cheap and drive the devil out of it!! (5/60 running gear warranty) Remember this is not a $20,000 car for $10,000 This is a $10,000 car that should be compared to another $10,000.00 car!
Surprising little car!
adorable little car!, 03/26/2004
2004 Chevrolet Aveo LS 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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I had my doubts when I first considered this little car, but it really is a surprise! Very roomy, comfortable and quiet. The driver's seat is very comfortable on your lower back. Love the sunglasses compartment on the drivers side, very convenient if you always wear them while driving. Great sound. The remote key alarm lock has a cute little chirp that seems to match this little puddle-jumper. VERY good price and quality, especially for the younger 1st time car buyer with a tight budget!
better than I expected
new to chevy, 02/01/2004
2004 Chevrolet Aveo 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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handles great, zippy,cute, great visibility, feels like a much larger car.
EXTRA BENEFIT IN LESS MONEY
DHEERAJ RAHEJA, 05/02/2004
2004 Chevrolet Aveo 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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AVEO IS VERY GOOD CAR.VERY GOOD MILEAGE.IT HAS A GOOD PICK-UP WITH EXECLLENT ROAD GRIP.
Going strong...
boivinl, 02/05/2004
2004 Chevrolet Aveo LS 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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12 000 miles. No problem at all! Fuel economy is rising...even in winter (very cold in Canada). Very cheap car (price) and lot of quality for it. Better handling, seats, interior and driving than my Toy Tercel 97 (some problems with this one...strange for a toyota) Lots of accessories from the dealer...go see it! mine is a Suzuki Swift+S... same thing in Canada (AVEO=SWIFT+)
MySummerYellow04Aveo
KRO, 04/05/2004
2004 Chevrolet Aveo 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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I've had mine for 2 days and i love it, i have a Summer Yellow 4door hatchback, i love everything. It is a very neat car. The sport shifter is very cool. The handeling and ride are very smooth. When i got mine it had 27 miles on it, now it has 222 miles on it. If you take care of it, it will last. The warrenties are good as well.
Good, but falling apart
J-Rod, 09/08/2005
2004 Chevrolet Aveo 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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This car is great on gas, and the engine is running very solid. The only problems I have experienced was that the radio decided not to work after 20,000 miles, which really displeases me about this car. It is the little things I can tell why this car is priced as is, you get what you pay for. I am not bashing the car...it is a reliable car, but the manufacturer could have put in a little more attention to detail.
Wouldn't recommend one to anyone
Driving Junk, 02/12/2009
2004 Chevrolet Aveo LS 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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Timing belt broke 45,000 took out all but one valve. Coil pack went out 55,000. Right rear wheel bearing went out 59,000. Catalytic converter went out 60,000. Alarm system goes off on its own 63,000. Right rear wheel bearing went out second time disintegrating locking up rear wheel, no warning. 110,000 windshield leak above steering wheel, only when setting. Hood release cable snapped 112,000. Rear hatch latch stopped working 113,000. Gas mileage never better then 32mpg
great little car
kikismith, 04/14/2004
2004 Chevrolet Aveo LS 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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So far this vech is a great little ride
The best overall small car out there
Ryan, 10/21/2005
2004 Chevrolet Aveo 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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The Aveo has been a terrifc car so far. I bought it brand new and in the past year it has not had one single problem. GM's rebates and GMAC's low interest finance rates made the car an overall bargain. Compared to the Scion XA and Hyundai Accent, the Aveo felt roomier, more stylish, had more thoughful touches and in the case of the Accent, better built. Chevy deserves credit for marketing this European-style hatch in America, where five-door hatches have been unpopular and dismissed as cheap throw-away cars. For such a tiny vehicle, the room is incredible. Theres plenty of headroom and footroom in the front, although its a bit tight in the back, but thats to be expected. A terrific car
AVEO
kaden, 04/21/2004
2004 Chevrolet Aveo Special Value 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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Shifting from 1st to 2nd, the clutch is a bit sticky. Hard braking seems to pull the car left a bit.
My review
US4OBIES, 04/21/2004
2004 Chevrolet Aveo LS 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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Although i bought it as a second car to get me around town i have noticed a wobbley ride while on the interstate. Other than that its a all around decent car that handles ok in any road condition.
My car
4 door sedan, 12/14/2005
2004 Chevrolet Aveo 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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If I were designing a car for myself, this is the kind I would design. And for someone buying a new car on a tight budget (like mine), this car was not only economical to purchase but also it has been economical to operate. As an added bonus, it has an attractive compact appearance with contemporary styling. As a practical 4-door sedan it has adequate interior room for four full-size adults even on extended trips. (The back seat has seatbelts for 3 adults in a pinch, but this arrangement would get snug quickly on a long road trip.) Its 4-speed automatic shift makes for responsive performance when needed but also good on gas mileage if it isn't pushed hard continually.
Electrical Problems or LEMON?
Arda, 04/24/2004
2004 Chevrolet Aveo LS 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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Leased 3 wks ago. Mileage aprx 400km/city. Overall great but worried about a poss. electric prob. 4 days after I got it battery died & most info I got was that they adjusted loose connection. It hasn't died a 2nd time: YET.Last few days every time I start it the digital clock has lost time: this tells me there is a prob: this is what happened right before the battery went last time. Prob seems intermittent, but I'm hoping it dies again before my first 30 days are up so I can either break my lease or get a different vehicle. Maybe I got unlucky with a lemon, & it if werent for the electrical prob I would give it an excellent rating on perform & design.
Dissapointed Chevy Fan
Chris, 06/26/2008
2004 Chevrolet Aveo LS 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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Fuel Economy significantly lower than advertised. Air conditioning performance declines every season, dealer has noted noise but did not fix. Wore out tires prematurely. Has suspension clunks in front and rear which dealer has noted but never fixed.Now it has a grinding in the front which comes and goes but "could not be reproduced by dealer.Our new car is now more disappointing to drive than the 96 we sold when we bought the Aveo. I have always been a supporter and fan of Chevy. The Aveo and Doug Chevy have changed that. I will never buy a new Chevy again.
Great Little Car
WillnLBK, 04/26/2004
2004 Chevrolet Aveo 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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I've had my Aveo for just about a month now and I have been nothing but impressed with the car. I have driven the car in the flat lands of West Texas and the mountains of New Mexico and its performed very well. The engine has pleanty of pep and the interior is very spacious. I'm a big ole boy and I'm more than comfortable in the car.
First and Last Chevy
trlinde, 12/27/2005
2004 Chevrolet Aveo 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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First off, the car driven before this was an SL1 Saturn which they stopped making, so I'm comparing it with this. The Aveo is nothing more than a station wagon too short to be of use. It's uncomfortable, noisy, and feels like it's going to tip over around every turn. It has no lumbar suoort and to add to the discomfort you can't adjust the angle of the steering wheel. The insturments are very hard to see the way they have then at the bottom of what looks like cup holders. The actual cupholders are unsafe in that you have to move your beverage to use the ashtray while you drive. It's perhaps the most unsafe car on the road. You can't even adjust the delay on the intermittent wipers.
Great Economy Car
Prozac, 04/29/2004
2004 Chevrolet Aveo 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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I have already put 450 miles on this in 5 days time. The car handles great, gets great gas mileage without even being broke in yet, large enough to accomodate a 6'2" man with more room to push the seat back, and enough power to get out of its own way. I really hope that they come out with some after- market support. I mainly use this car for work, but seem to like it more for when the family and I need to make short trips aroung town. It has a great European car feel to it. If you just need a basic car that can be lots of fun, this would be a great choice.
Small Out Side- Big Inside
Laurya, 02/03/2004
2004 Chevrolet Aveo LS 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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Love the Theater seating, I feel like I'm driving a minnie truck! Lots of people room....
awesome car
MOOSE, 02/04/2004
2004 Chevrolet Aveo LS 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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great car!!!!!!! it is very big on the inside. great gas mileage. chevy needed a car like this. great payments as well!!!!!
Thow away car
notforchevy, 01/27/2008
2004 Chevrolet Aveo LS 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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Purchased brand new, never drove it hard. Took it on trips, always maintained the vehicle. 70k hits and the crank shaft position sensor goes out and the car won't start. 73k hits, the timing belt broke and now I have to pay $2000 for a new engine. Right when I got it back the transmission went out. Out of control
17K Miles & 15 months. I love this car!
debewley, 01/09/2006
2004 Chevrolet Aveo 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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I've put over 17,000 miles on my 2004 Aveo so far. As others have mentioned it is extremely peppy and has a surprising amount of interior room. I'm currently driving my Aveo 120+ miles per day including interstate, secondary roads, and city driving. And I'm averaging greater than 31 mpg. I love the small turing radius and the extremely responsive steering. I've owned several new cars in my lifetime and this is the first one that I've not had any problems with after prolonged ownership and driving. The quality has been excellent and I really don't know how you could expect more from a $12,000 dollar vehicle.
Excellent for the money
steveinseattle, 02/07/2004
2004 Chevrolet Aveo Special Value 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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Let's face it-- it only makes sense to rate this car compared to others in its price range... and in that context I am very pleased. Fit and finish is better than I expected, but the biggest surprise is the respectable ride and comfort. I got several extra rebates as a GM card holder, so the price was unbelievable!
Leap of Faith
Icandu, 02/07/2004
2004 Chevrolet Aveo LS 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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The Chevy Aveo looks like a winner. Great styling and roomy. Believe it or not,the cabin,except for the front seat hip room which is a few MMs narrower, is roomier than a Corolla.The drive is good and the performance is fine. The fit and finish seems very good and after test driving the Aveo,the Kia Rio,and the Accent back to back,the Aveo came out a clear winner in all aspects.Especially the low noise levels compared to the other two.The car is built by Daewoo (lot's of junky cars here) and sports a GM badge(just drive a new Cavalier and you'll remember why you swore off GM so many years ago) We'll see if GM lets us down this time,so far so good.
Great car for the price
jmj38, 02/07/2004
2004 Chevrolet Aveo Special Value 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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The Aveo Special Value Edition is an excellent vehicle for the price. With current rebates and incentives you can own this vehicle for less than $8000. It's quick and is fun to drive. MPG is around 32 MPG combined so far. Handling is good at city speeds, but gets a little "loose" on the expressway.....probably due to the smaller tires and light body weight.
it's a keeper
MUNCH MAN, 02/09/2004
2004 Chevrolet Aveo 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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HAVE DRIVEN IT 1500KM SO FAR FUN TO DRIVE. NICE FIT AND FINISH.