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AMAZING AFTER SO MANY MILES!!!!
CypressMJ, 07/26/2003
1990 Chevrolet Cavalier VL 2dr Coupe
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
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!
Awesome car!
Bibblebop, 02/25/2010
1990 Chevrolet Cavalier 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
For a car to from point A to B, this car has been great. Twenty years old and still running awesome. I have 95k on it and picked it up 4 years ago with 54k. Its cheap to buy parts for and runs forever. This is my second Cavalier and a true fan. Look around, you still see old Cavaliers everywhere. Thats tells a story on the quality these little cars are known for.
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See all 0 listingsBest first car EVER
Jen, 07/24/2010
1990 Chevrolet Cavalier 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
It's the best car I could imagine for a first car. It's fun, and pretty economical, great for A to B driving, and as reliable as anything. The only damage to my car is my fault, and even after rolling off the road and down a hill there was practically no damage at all! IT'S A TANK! But runs like any sporty little coupe you can find. The fuel economy says 20-26 but I actually get around 28, living and driving on back roads mostly, and highway. Sometimes better, sometimes worse. But anyways, it may not be the sexiest beast around, but it's just as good if not better than one. I wish they still made them, if you ever find one and someone you know needs a great reliable and durable car-get it.
economical for the long time owner
rmecone, 06/28/2002
1990 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Bought this at auction when it was 2 years old. Had 66k on it. Now has 148k. Had to have flywheel replaced shortly after we got it, but only because previous owner had installed the wrong starter. No major problems in over 10 years! Just a battery and tires. No engine work ever. Still runs great! Uses no oil. Tape player is wearing out, but stereo is fine.
cavilier's
kristin, 09/22/2002
1990 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
It has a few dents to the passenger hood where a deer ran out in front of me and so its not fixable unless I get another hood and fender. So its really not worth it. The money that I take to fix it, I might as well go and buy another car. other than a couple of dents it is a good car.
my car sucks
beautifulsound, 10/18/2002
1990 Chevrolet Cavalier VL 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought my car from a friendly old man who convenced me that the only right car for me was my chevrolet cavalier. He was a liar and a theif! I now am the unproud owner of a car that constantly breaks down and takes all my money. Please don't buy a car from a friendly old man! Death to cavaliers!
A balance of performance and economy
unknownZ24, 01/05/2003
1990 Chevrolet Cavalier Z24 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Mine has 250,000km but runs like new. The compression is still almost perfect,and it starts first go. A little bit of water under the hood, and some body rust, but that's what ontario winters do. I've had no major problems.
RUST!!!!!
NickP, 01/30/2003
1990 Chevrolet Cavalier Z24 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Don't let the side skirts of this car fool you. Behind them lies plenty of rust. This is a great car if cared for but down the road be ready to bring out the bondo and refurbish the wheel wells, door jams, and the door panels.
Excellent Car
Gregory Jackson, 02/03/2003
1990 Chevrolet Cavalier 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
My car was purchased new I have 378K miles and never had any engine work. It does not leak any oil.I've put new belts,alternator,plugs and wires. But that basic maintenance on a vehicle. I put new chrome rims and tires on about 4 years ago. I need a new A/C compressor and will be getting a paint job soon. As for engine work it runs great. It's the Heartbeat of America!!
Our Cavalier Z24
Traci & Rob, 02/11/2003
1990 Chevrolet Cavalier Z24 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
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.
Great car
John Bierman, 05/16/2004
1990 Chevrolet Cavalier 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
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!
Disposable Transportation
Wagoneer, 03/13/2002
1990 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Wagon
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Money trap. Recently required $1000+ in repairs. Head gasket replaced at 90000-still leaks. Needs muffler. Trans getting quirky. Shifts slow. Accelerates pathetically. 0-60 in five miles. Whines and complains all the way. Noisy and underpowered with a 2.0 four banger. Only thing its good for is the spacious area behind the front seats. Front bumper sags. Best part is bumper sticker in the rear window "HONK IF ANYTHING FALLS OFF!"
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Zealander, 03/29/2002
1990 Chevrolet Cavalier VL 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Its great for a first time car buyer. If you treat it right, it is a low maintnence, repair it yourself vehicle. Mines pushing 300 000km and still purrs like a kitten. I highly reccomend using synthetic oil. I only burn half a liter every 10 000kms between oil changes.
My caviler
Cracker, 06/06/2022
1990 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I was wondering on a house an was in need of a car in the garage set a 1990 caviler the striker Jade been dead for 8 years an their was a thick layer of dust I ask about the car an his mom bout it new an she got sick 8 years prier an Parker it it had 68980 milles on it original so the man said he sail it for 1500 I did not have close so I let it be his wife ask me why I didn't buy car an I Gould her I didn't have the money she says how much do you have I replayed 500 she said its yours I toed car home time tank off flushed lines an have been driving it for 6years now I love the car
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"CHICKS DIG CAVALIERS"
Robert Plesko, 12/30/2023
1990 Chevrolet Cavalier VL 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
My Mom bought my 1990 Cavalier brand new for $12,340.00. I got the car in "2011" when she passed away. It had 65,000 original miles on it ...it now has 256,000 miles on it an I wouldn't think twice about driving it to California ( I live in South Carolina). It has been an Awesome Car , through the years I have replaced... Water Pump, Fuel Pump, Computer , Front Struts , Normal Tune -Ups an Brakes. At 200,000 miles the Head Gasket did start to leak an I had that replaced. I have put maybe $1,500 in repairs an normal maintenance in the car over 13 years. I L❤ve My Cavalier!!! P.S. ( The car is in Mint Condition & Beautiful...it looks like it just rolled off the Show Room Floor..) I've been on many dates in my Cavalier an Chicks Love It !! Some remarks were... "OMG".. this is a Time Capsule !! OMG ..."I"m Rolling a Window Down" !!! Hahaaaaa.. 🤣
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Good car if you take care of it.
AIM : Pikachoo1980, 07/03/2002
1990 Chevrolet Cavalier Z24 2dr Coupe
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
My 3.1l v6 has >160,000miles on the original engine. The transmission has about 70,000 miles on it(rebuilt). I have never, EVER, been left on teh side of the road because it broke down. It has always started on the first crank. I don't abuse her, but I don't pamper her either. I say it is a great car. I have only had to spend money on teh airconditioner, radiator, and I went ahead and replaced all of the gaskets (not neccessary, but it had minor leaks) on the car when I bought it. Too bad there is no aftermarket support.
Cavalier wagon a trooper
juniorgriff, 05/15/2005
1990 Chevrolet Cavalier VL 4dr Wagon
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
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!
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Joel, 02/07/2006
1990 Chevrolet Cavalier VL 4dr Wagon
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
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.