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SarahB, 10/02/2006
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
37 of 40 people found this review helpful
I've had this car for five months and needed to replace the head gasket and coolant system. The car has run warmer than it should since I got it, and just recently finally decided to overheat. This car is only at 51,000 miles. Keep searching for other cars!
My first baby...
tes092193, 04/28/2012
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
11 of 11 people found this review helpful
Bought this car as my first car, with 130,000 miles on it. Drove it until 150,000. Didn't put a penny into the car other than: gas- obviously, oil changes, and a new set of tires. For being 16-19, the fact no money needed to spent on car repairs was very nice. The fact I got 30 miles to the gallon easily was nice too. I had friends who had the exact same year as mine with well over 200,000. I would be driving this car still, except a driver pulled out in front of me, and sadly totaled my Cavy. 5000 dollars in damage was too much for the insurance company. This car started up every time, warmed up quickly, and never left me stranded. For a 2200 engine, it had plenty of pep.
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Great car
Pj, 06/26/2010
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Great little car, good on gas, peppy 4 cylinder engine, and very reliable, i took this car on road trips all over the place and now that she's gone i miss it, never should have traded.
Overall A good car
dagda567, 10/24/2010
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I bought this car as a daily driver with 98,xxx miles on it. I had low expectations but for a cheap car it was a great vehicle. For a four cylinder it was surprisingly quick on acceleration and got awesome gas mileage when gas was five bucks a gallon. The cloth seats were really comfy in the LS model unlike the hard plain ones in the standard too. I wish I never sold it!
A fine American compact
Denny, 02/27/2002
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
The imports have been good to the US automakers. They taught them they need to strive for better cars. The cavalier on a cost to value ration is a big winner in this group. This is my second Cavalier in 5 years and it is a fine daily driver / commuter. We rack up about 25k per year and rotate our cars every four years or so. The Cavaliers we have owned never had a cost outside of routine maintainence.
SPORTY, QUICK, FUN AND RELIABLE...
phoongdan, 06/29/2011
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
6 of 9 people found this review helpful
I have owned my LS sedan for going on 5 years now and it's been a pleasure to own and very fun to drive! I replaced the stock air filter with a K&N system, upgraded the stock exhaust to a racing exhaust, and use synthetic oil and the 140hp engine (about 150hp+ with the mods) and I have the 4-speed automatic with overdrive and the car literally can outrun most 4-cylinders and even some V-6's Not only is it quick, but I like the exterior and interior styling and the car has been exceptionally reliable. I've got over 135,000 miles on it and have only needed basic repairs like a water pump, radiator hoses, thermostat, and rear tail light socket replaced.
Reliable small car
Darwin, 08/20/2008
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Bought this car new and now have 86000 km of mixed city and highway driving. Also have a trailer hitch and frequently pull a utility trailer and a small boat trailer with no problems. Automatic transmission is reliable and smooth. This is not a race car or very flashy but good reliable transportation. Had to replace the front wheel bearings - driver side last fall and passenger side this spring.
First car (kinda)
RoNuS, 06/06/2002
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Well, this is my 2nd car and i'm 18 years old. My first car was a 1980 Ford Fairmont, so I obviously love my Cavalier a lot more than my piece of crap Fairmont. Although it may not have the power of many cars out on the road, the 4-speed automatic w/ overdrive makes it quite zippy.
2001 Cavalier
Linda, 07/26/2007
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This vehicle is GREAT! I got into a wreck where another driver hit me head on, and broke my windsheild and also made my airbags bust. But my engine was in GOOD shape nothing happened to it. Thank God!! This goes to show you that the engine in this car is GREATLY MADE!
Solid car, good performance.
DVW67, 01/16/2003
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This is our second Cavalier. Our first was a '97 LS with the 2.2L engine and 4sp auto. I opted this time for the 2.4L engine despite having a good experience with the 2.2L. The 2.4L mated to the 4sp auto is a better performer when getting onto the highway from the on-ramps. The noise level is about the same between both versions. As of this writing, we have 56,800 miles on our 2001 LS (yes, we drive ALOT) and it has performed flawlessly. If asked if I would buy another, I would answer yes if we were considering another compact sedan.
Nobody loves their cavalier like me
Layla, 01/07/2016
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
My grandfather bought this car back in like 2006. I don't know how many miles it had when my grandpa purchased the car for $3,000 but I have had the car for a year and a half and when I got it it had 188,000 miles on it and now has 206,000 miles on it. I love this car. I remember taking it all over the place when I was younger. I have never had any problems with this car whatsoever. No repairs other than a new muffler and exhaust pipe needing replaced. My car always starts and always gets me where I need to go. No problems ever except my headlights suck but that was caused by a collision with a deer. Great gas mileage. I love this car. It's about time for me to get another car since this one is getting so old and so many miles on it but I'm having trouble with the thought of parting with my cavalier. My grandpa always had cavaliers and if you take care of them I swear they can go forever. We know a man down the road that has 300,000 miles on his! My cavalier is 3 different colors and has carpeted seats, I never thought I would love it this much but I do. GREAT VALUE I LOVE THIS CAR
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Efficient, fun ride. Cosmetic issues, however.
Alex Hammond, 02/16/2016
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Got this car with around 30k miles on. Everything has been fine with the car up until about 165k miles where some interior and exterior cosmetic issues began to happen. The paint on the hood, roof, and front bumper began to either fall off or fade. Not sure if this is due to sun damage, bird poop, or factory quality but I have seen many other Cavaliers with the same issue. Also, the dashboard piece near the window has cracked horribly and the faux leather cover around the stick shift has ripped. Although these things come with age, the dash should not crack like it did. Overall good features are that the car is amazingly comfy, fun to drive, and offers good mileage. The downsides are the cosmetic issues, horrible placement of temperature and directional AC knobs, and headlights.
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Good and Bad, more Bad than good.
murrieta123, 07/11/2013
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
3 of 5 people found this review helpful
I purchased the car used in 2010 with 104K miles for $1300. It was in great shape, no mechanical issues. I kept really good care of the car. Interior Issues: Dash is made of cheap plastic. It started cracking and falling apart. right now its barely hanging on. i'm thinking of just taking it off and buying one of those carpet covers that they sell to cover it. Its very ugly and embarrassing to have friends see it. Mechanical Issues: none, thats why i put up with the crappy interior. The car is sluggish, it won't burn rubber so don't try. Not for those who have the need for speed. I drive slow so i don't care about that stuff. I do not recommend this car.
Disappointed in the car's reliability.
NYC Geezer, 01/13/2009
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought the car new in 2001 and still have it. Its initial appeal was all the standard features for the price compared to other small cars where almost every desired feature was an expensive option. Although I maintained the car very well to this day, it had its share of rattles & clunking noises from the day I first drove it. Fortunately, I bought an extended warranty when my 3 year/36000 mile new car warranty expired, because the car needed some very expensive mechanical repair work after the Chevy warranty expired. As a retiree on a fixed budget, I can't afford expensive repairs or a new car every several years, so I'm thankful this car lasted till now, but no more GM compact cars for me!
Old Reliable
RileyA2345, 10/21/2003
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 23 people found this review helpful
Only one repair in 45000 miles, a brake job, and Pittsburgh has many hills! Routine maintaince at my local mechanic(oil change,lub and filter, with air adjustments in tires). Tires are still original equipment as is battery and all other parts. Mileage is about 22 around town and 30 on trips. I'd recommend this car.
200,000 miles
Laura Batten Houston Texas, 09/03/2024
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought my Chevy Cavalier when it had 48,000. When I total it out (very sad day for me) she had over 200 thousand miles on her and she started like she was brand new. Not only because it's a Chevy, I also kept up with oil changes, and any standard vehicle maintenance a car needs to perform at its peak. I had my Chevy for Over seven years and the only major issue I had was only one within the seven years and that was the heater coil went out in it. That is it it never overheated, never had any leaks, transmission was no problem. I wish they continued making the Cavalier. Again you also have to do your part and keep up with standard vehicle maintenance especially your oil change every three months or 3,000 miles. I did 4,000 or 4 months because I used Castrol high milage synthetic and a really good filter. A least in my mind the kind of oil and filter matters. Now I want a Chevy Malibu. I think the Chevy cobalt took the place of the Cavalier but I think the Malibu reminds me more of the Cavalier with comfort and the way it drives. I know nothing about cars except for what I learned from my ex husband.
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Nothing But Frustration
aarrrggh, 07/25/2002
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 2 people found this review helpful
Only 1 year old and in the shop 6 times now.4 times for the same problem: excessive road noise in front tires--I think something's off in balance/make of the car. They swear that the loud squealing is normal. Hum. Something in the steering column broke within 1st month, trunk pops open everytime I drive, and something's wrong with the engine,excessively downshifts and I can't make it up the smallest hill without being passed by 1982 Volvos. GM says, "you'll just have to drive it in 3rd all of the time to fix this, nothing we can do" What?! This car has NO POWER. I'm getting rid of it before something MAJOR goes wrong and I am stranded on the highway.
Ms. Fed Up
Honda Luver 4 life, 09/19/2003
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 2 people found this review helpful
I do not have a happy report about this model. back to the dealer a total of fifteen (15) times, I've had my driver door serviced for loud noises, ignition switch & lock replaced,AC serviced twice, battery replaced for leaking acid, check ingine light stayed on for days,my theft deterent system had to be reprogrammed, the coil had to be replaced, going 70mph on the highway the car just shut off on me (and this happened twice), fuel pump had to be replaced, cd had to be replaced. I never know when I'm gonna stall on the highway driving this vehicle.
Getting fed up!!
Jessica Cardona, 08/23/2004
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 2 people found this review helpful
Had A/C problems since I took it off the lot!! Had to be brought back every summer since date of purchase for the A/C. Freon is coming through my vents!! Crack occured after 30,000 miles on the dashboard. Check engine light always comes on, but they cannot find anything wrong with it. (so they say)..Shutters on the highway after reaching 70mph. Sometimes it hesitates on startup. Hesitates a lot when not in motion. Pain in the butt to change headlight bulbs.
need new brakes
pk2002, 12/27/2002
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 3 people found this review helpful
Purchased my Cavalier in February of 2001. Since then I have made it to 50,000 miles with no major problems. (I have had to replace the tires once.) But now I am noticing a brake problem recently. The Chevy doesn't like to slow down in the rain or ice. So I have to go into the shop for a tune-up and new brakes. But if that is the only thing that goes wrong for the next 50 K miles, then I will be one happy driver. It is a good entry-level car, if you know what you are paying for. It is not a Honda or Toyota, or anything close to that! Make sure that you get all the rebates that come with the car!!!
Its a cheap car, and you will notice.
Alec, 06/17/2019
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
First i should mention that when i owned this car, it only had 75,000 miles. That didnt stop it from breaking down monthly though. The car had constant issues. Its mpg really wasnt that grest for a car in its class. It was super slow. The interior was the cheapest car interior i have ever seen. I really would not reccommend this car.
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