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Not a bad car at all, at least for me
p DuB, 01/15/2007
2002 Chevrolet Cavalier 2dr Coupe (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
392 of 393 people found this review helpful
I bought my 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier standard black coupe in November 2006. I like this car because it hasn't given me any problems yet. I hear very good and bad things about this car all the time, I don't really know who to believe. But, all I can say is that I own the standard 2002 coupe model with about 58,000 miles on it and it runs great. I've had this car for about 2 months now and haven't had any problems yet, but from what I have been hearing and reading about this car, I'm ready for the worst that can happen with it. I haven't changed the oil or anything on it yet, but I will very soon. Overall, it's very reliable for a nice every day car for driving for fun, to work, or to school.
This Car Will Not Die
smk92, 07/26/2014
2002 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
14 of 14 people found this review helpful
I bought this car 14 months ago for 1500 dollars. It had 273,000 km on it and the only major thing that had been replaced by that point was the water pump (I know cuz it was my sisters). It now has 312,000 km on it and still running like a charm. I am now replacing the fuel pump because it just went but for a car with 312,000 I can't complain. I love this car to death and I will drive it until it dies. In the last 14 months I have spent maybe 300 dollars on it for minor repairs (sensors etc.)
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Best car i have owned..it just keeps going and ...
todd, 04/23/2016
updated 10/30/2017
2002 Chevrolet Cavalier LS Sport 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
18 of 19 people found this review helpful
I bought this car new off the dealer lot. I currently have over 235K miles and still getting 24MPG city driving. It uses about 1/2 qtr every 4k-5k miles. The clutch needed replacing at around 75K due to a failure on the springs, but the replacement GM clutch is still going in the car but is showing signs of needing to be replaced again after 160k miles. The original alternator gave out at 220K miles and i was still running the original serpentine belt. Other than these repairs and the usual repairs (brakes, rotors, struts, springs,filters, plugs, ect) the car is still on its original factory parts including ball joints, tie rods, CV joints, ect. But after 14 years the car is showing its age from michigan winters and such, but is still running strong. Goes to show you if you take car of the car and do the repairs/maintanence...it will run for a long long time.
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318,000 with 2 repairs
roadwarrior13, 06/23/2014
2002 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
Finally totalled on NJTPK in multi-vehicle pile-up with 318,000+ miles, only 2 real repairs ever = water pump, alternator. Other = 1 wheel bearing & exhaust. Change oil regularly & do very little else... looking for another one :)
The best $5500 I ever spent
joebloe1, 05/23/2013
updated 05/23/2016
2002 Chevrolet Cavalier LS 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Bought a 2002 4 speed auto with 60K on the clock in 2007. It now has 147K. It has been absolutely reliable with routine maintenance. With a set of Pirelli tires it handles great on our curvy roads. We average about 30MPG. Minor problems with outside mirror, sun visor and cracked dash. Apparently due to poor choice of materials, workmanship or design. The odometer works intermittently. There is apparently a bad connection. When you bang on the instrument cluster it works. The seats are really uncomfortable after a couple of hours. This is an inexpensive car that is very reliable. I expect to get well over 200K miles. If they still made them I would buy another. Update 5/2016 miles ~ 187,00. Still runs like a new one. Replaced water pump while we were at it replaced timing belt, serpentine belt, plugs and valve seals. Supposedly you do not have to change ATF. I change mine every 60-70,000 miles using synthetic fluid. (Fluid is cheaper than transmissions.)
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Average at best
cav_rider666, 06/04/2012
2002 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
11 of 14 people found this review helpful
I have owned my Cavalier for six years now and the car has treated me well. The interior is roomy and comfortable, however the build quality is terrible and I have a nice crack that formed on top of the dash. The handling is ok if you drive sensibly, but the Cavalier isn't a blast to drive. It will do the trick to get you from A to B but you won't have much fun in the process. The 2.2L OHV engine is reliable and relatively cheap on gas, but don't expect the same level of performance or sophistication as the japanese brands. Overal the Cavalier was a good car for the price paid but there are far better cars out there.
Not that great of a car
christinafeb7, 10/08/2014
2002 Chevrolet Cavalier 2dr Coupe (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
I got a 2002 cavalier coupe (auto) as my first car. When I got it, it had around 140k miles. Didn't own the car for 2 months and i already had to replace the fuel pump which was about $500. Couple months later my serpentine belt broke and burned in my engine, horrible smell! The belt was about $20. a couple months after this, the bracket that holds the muffler rusted and broke and the muffler was almost falling off. then my car got super loud and i found out there was something wrong with the catalac converter(bad speller) well, then someone pulled out in front of me and i wasn't going over 30 and my car got totaled. Not reliable or safe if you get in an accident.
Pocket Rocket
Chris, 08/16/2017
2002 Chevrolet Cavalier LS Sport 2dr Coupe (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
Make sure it has been properly Maintained this is the third one I've owned. A 95. That was beat when I got it. A 97 4 door 2.2 OHV very reliable car ran it for about 100.000 miles then gave it to my Son. He destroyed it and it is now on the dirt track circuit then I purchased the 2002 2 Door Eckoteck 4 cyl. Needed A timing Chain and gears VERY Noisy slapping the chain cover so I ordered the chain kit With New Waterpump and I changed it never wrecked never smoked in well maintained. OH And the only Pitfall is that Crappy GM PAINT so it got a new paint job. Same color as the original Extremely economical car Great Gas miliage very Reliable quick and Fun to Drive. No leaks no oil burn Flawless car Daily Driver and If you mash on it it will go into Tripple Didgets. I plead the Fifth!
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a great car!
ryan sarver, 10/14/2016
2002 Chevrolet Cavalier LS Sport 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
175k miles and still going strong, has only ever had normal maintenance, this is my 2nd cavalier, my first one was a 03, I was young and dumb and was running close to 100mph, hit a phone box, went thru a fence, hit 2 trees then backed the car out of the woods and walked away unharmed, I can not complain with this car I love it
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2002 Cavalier LT Sedan
C,Diddy, 08/13/2010
2002 Chevrolet Cavalier LS 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
This car is unspectacular. The ride quality and performance is below average. But,I love it for being extremely reliable and cheap to operate. Good on gas and oil. A.C. only works 100% when vehicle is moving. ABS and traction control light goes off and on, and I have a strut in the front that needs to be changed. But, like I said, RELIABLE and CHEAP! I have 103,000 km on mine, and I have no doubt it will last for as long as I need it to.
Good, but not safe
02Cavvy, 06/19/2010
2002 Chevrolet Cavalier 2dr Coupe (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I bought this car in 2007 w/22K miles. I wrecked it just recently due to someone pulling out in front of me. I hit the other car doing 40 mph and it totaled my car. The frame was warped, windshield cracked, engine shoved back, but still able to go 5 mph to move it. I've had to replace the back left speed sensor (whole brake drum, great planning Chevy - not.) I had the engine mounts go bad, O2 sensor, etc. I had to replace the front bumper pieces and that was around $500 just for parts. Poor build quality, I had panels gaping in one spot and pressed tightly in others. It's a good car if you want good gas mileage and something reliable in winter. Don't wreck you'll be seriously injured.
Super Great Car
Gracie, 11/28/2010
2002 Chevrolet Cavalier LS 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I have loved this car. Although it isn't fancy, it has done me well. I haven't any major issues with it. I did have to replace two of the power window motors, the starter and the water pump, but all together less than 500.00 in almost 5 years. Never had any sign of trouble, and it always gets me to where I need to go. I have taken it on several 1000+ miles trips with no problems.
Lemon
Jared, 03/24/2015
2002 Chevrolet Cavalier 2dr Coupe (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
8 of 11 people found this review helpful
Bought this car used with 147k miles, 2 dr, auto, 2.2L I4. Test drove it and all was good. Maybe it was neglect, or maybe it was the dealership, but soon after buying it, things went south. The seats are AWFUL on long trips and has no power. GM also had the bright idea to not put a tranny dipstick in this model, so you can't check the fluid. The tranny cooler lines were leaking, so no idea if it needs fluid without taking it to the shop. Also had rusted brake lines and fuel lines leak. I have an 89 olds 88 and its not even as rusty as this Cavalier. Oil filter is also IMPOSSIBLE to get to. Have to take the front passenger wheel off and it's still difficult then.
Amazing Automobile, 9 years later...
michael, 10/15/2010
2002 Chevrolet Cavalier Z24 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
6 of 8 people found this review helpful
I bought this brand new off the lot in 2001 and every mile on it is mine. 156,000 miles later, and I am thinking I will keep it for two more years and hope Chevy puts a gutsy engine in a Cruze SS. 150 HP and 150 lb/ft of torque make it fun to drive. Mileage is amazing - 32 mpg still! Bottom of doors and some other rust had to be treated, but such a reliable performer I am happy to do it. I am sold on Chevy for creating such an amazing car and engine. Does so much so well, and only cost me $16,000 new and fully loaded. Does go through wheel bearings, replaced window motors like everyone else, but again, is so good it's worth it.
300,000 miles
contaucreek, 01/02/2009
2002 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Bought used in 04. Drive 100000km a year and have about 480000km on it now. Odometer burnt out, dash lights burnt out, countless rear strut mounts,a/c failed first due to wiring then due to probable clutch problem, usual headlight wiring issue, does not burn a drop of oil, reliable like you wouldn't believe (touch wood)
Sporty and Fast
mytifyn45, 04/14/2003
2002 Chevrolet Cavalier Z24 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I liked this car from the moment I saw it. I can't complain about the horsepower; it's quick. Great gas mileage; at a time when gas prices are outrageous. Have had no recalls or repairs in 1 1/2 years. Sound system is great.
Nice little car
Cole Lutz, 04/30/2010
2002 Chevrolet Cavalier LS 2dr Coupe (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
i like my cavalier. it's a fun little car to drive, easy to do upgrades to. i recently supercharged my cavvy from a 2001 Chevy cobalt ss, it picks up and goes. i like how it looks and it's a fun little car. The only bad thing is that it dents really easy! thats the only con. drives really nice. i also have a aem short ram intake on it to. fun car
Owned 2 of these, liked them both very much!!!!
Ed Erickson, 07/22/2018
updated 01/23/2019
2002 Chevrolet Cavalier LS 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
I bought a 2002 Cavalier in 2003. Had it 9 years and I gave it to my brother's teenage kid in 2012 with 277,000 miles on it. He drove it 3 more years until it died.....what a car!!! This was the LS model, gold color, automatic tranny, 4 door. The 2.2 engine (and tranny) NEVER had any issues EVER!!! The worst fix was probably wheel bearings, but heck, this car lasted past 300,000 miles, what more can you ask for?? Best car I have ever owned, and I'm 54 years old. So, then in 2012 I bought another 2002 Cavalier with 112, 000 miles on it. This was the base model and I just traded it in yesterday with 189,000 on it. This car wasn't quite as good, had major rust issues (could literally peel it off) and I had to replace all of the pipes and muffler related parts and the ABS went out on it about a year ago, so I ignored it. Still braked fine......BUT again, NO engine or tranny problems with this car. NO electric issues either (except a battery 2 years ago.....big deal). BOTTOM LINE: I would HIGHLY recommend the Cavalier as it is very durable, and on each car I spent no more than $1500 maintaining it, which is almost nothing when you consider how long I had each car. The amazing thing is: I am in Minnesota, and even if it was -25.....those cars start EVERY TIME!!!! I hope Chevy can bring the Cavalier back, if they do, I would buy one in a heartbeat. I drove both many, many miles and I got more than my money's worth.
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Love it!
Jduval, 06/21/2010
2002 Chevrolet Cavalier 2dr Coupe (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
I bought this car used with 65,000 Miles on it a year ago. Since then the only problem I have had was an evap leak. Nothing too severe. I changed the stock Radio threw in some better speakers and some subs in the trunk. Car is very fun to drive with the 5 spd. Very reliable with good pep when you want it. The A/C drains power when on and I have the very common fuse that burned out on the blower motor.
Best car!
kad44664127, 06/17/2013
2002 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
I bought this car in 2012 for $1500 with 83000 miles on it and crank windows. started every single day without a problem. during a snowstorm i slid on some ice and hit another vehicle. got it fixed with parts from the junkyard and worked like new again. then i got bundle with an acura mdx hit a telephone pole and it got totalled. when i saw it for the first time after i expected it to look worse by the size of the car that hit me but it didnt look as bad as i would expect it to. was great on gas and cheap to fix. i loved that car as my first car and never really had to do any major mechanical work other than the accident. had 97000 miles when it did. i would buy it again no question.
Still going strong at 218k miles!
patricia whitehead, 07/23/2017
2002 Chevrolet Cavalier 2dr Coupe (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
I dearly love Cavaliers. This is the second one our family has had. I bought it in 2009 for $4000. I love stick shifts and this was the second selling fetcher. When driving a good speed I can get about 34mpg mostly highway miles. With city driving I get about 30mpg. I drive a good bit every day for a good job. This car is extremely dependable. I have had very little repairs. I have replaced the alternator which I have had to replace in every car I have had. When the alternator went out mom was driving it on a road that that was farm land for miles at about 11pm at night. Things started to shut off and she was able to limp into town and coast into a parking spot. We still talk about that night. It got her to a safe place to stop. Also recently some kind of plate springs behind the clutch or transmission broke and I had to get that replace. They also replaced the clutch. It drives even better now. As for other issues there are not many. i have a oxygen sensor that needs to be replaced and the spring that roles the seat belt doesn't work that great. I have a coupe of cracks on the dash at the window that make a rattling noise some times. the cruise control works great but some times cuts out if I turn on the blinker. I also want to replace my radio. The radio area will let me put a big one in its spot. The car drives very well, good shifting and acceleration. My commute is about 40-50 min one way. I love the sun roof. The trunk is a great size and the back seat folds down if I need more room. Car looks sporty. I will probable look into a newer model the next time I need a new car. Too bad they didn't continue this line.
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Never trust this car!
lenoram, 02/05/2011
2002 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 7 people found this review helpful
I own a 2002 cavalier. I bought this car with 5k miles. Within 6 months of ownership my starter went out. Thank God for warranty. After my starter was fixed more problems arised. I want to say I bought a used car. Electrical problems, broken trunk, broken sunviser, problems with my headlights, seat belt broken, and other problems under the hood. I HATE this car.
awesome lil 4 cyl car
Eli, 01/27/2010
2002 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I absolutely love this car (2.2L) it has manual options,cloth seats,4 doors car is great on gas mileage, very comfortable, fun to drive... its got 138 *** miles i replaced the alternator-battery at 136000 which i think is not bad after owning this car for 9 years... and it can get 38 mpg on the Hwy
2200 SFI
2200sfi, 03/26/2010
2002 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have a 2002 Cavalier Base Sedan it has the 2.2 liter ohv engine. I love the low end torque rather have ohv than the dohc. I got it June of 07 it is my first car it had 52k when I bought it now has 110k today is march 25 of 2010. I average 34 mpg. Only thing was is this past Christmas the fuel pump died other than that it is perfect. I have modified it a bit I installed a flowmaster delta 40 muffler and converted the stock intake into a cold air intake which has helped economy and performance plus the muffler gives the car a good sound. I will own it till it dies which looks like a long time.
At least this Cavaliar is 'great'!
rusty, 09/03/2008
2002 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Great pick-up. Great on gas savings. Room enough for a chubby driver. Looks real good. Easy to keep clean.
2000 Cavalier is junk
KPoole, 05/27/2002
2002 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
After only 2 years, Already have major engine problems. Vehicle began overheating and cutting off when idle. Returned to dealship and mechanics believe new engine is needed. They claim I am responsible. The back seat is also coming out. This vehicle was a bad investment. I now have negative equity in this vehicle. It is absolutely worthless.
Great car!
Love Chevys, 05/13/2008
2002 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I got my 2002 Cavalier from a dealership back in 2006. I still pay notes on it but it has been great ever since then. I have a year and a half left to own it. It has been a great car. In these two and a half years the only problem I had with it was when I initially got it, back in 06, the fuel injection went out and I had to get it replaced. But overall I have not had another single issue with this car. I love it. It is my baby. When I sell it or trade it in I will be getting another Chevy.
I was satisfied...
Martin, 11/28/2005
2002 Chevrolet Cavalier LS 2dr Coupe (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought my 2 door Cavalier w/manual transmision in 2002 as replacement for lease of the same brand and make. I drive anually about 30000 miles and that car did all the hard work for me. I properly maintained; changed oil every 3K to 4K miles plus all the required maintenance. However I have to admit that car is loud, not comfortable, not even sporty - thank to decade old body and engine design, but it will do a run for you if you need. It has never let me down or broken on me even after 97 200 miles that I drove on it. I hope that new owner will like it because I just recently trade it for Honda. Good luck and many miles without problems.
Fantastic little car. GM girl for life
Amy, 08/13/2007
2002 Chevrolet Cavalier LS Sport 2dr Coupe (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
After having a baby in 2001, I was beginning to feel way too momish. I missed having a small sporty car and purchased this car new in March 2002. Loved the car from the very start, very comfortable and roomy interior ( rear-facing car seat fits easily in and out of the back seat), great handling, and quick/zippy performance from the 2.2L Ecotec engine. Unfortunately, I have a tendancy to drive my cars extremely hard and often forget about routine preventative maintenance (like oil). Oil was changed maybe 5 times. My engine siezed in April 2007 at 83K miles. I have since replaced the engine with a 2005 2.2L Ecotectand now running great. Even at 5 yrs old the interior looks almost like new.
Dealer has my car more than I do!!!!!!!!
mindyj, 12/06/2003
2002 Chevrolet Cavalier Z24 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I wish I would have never bought this car. WORST MISTAKE OF MY LIFE! The dealer has had the car as much as I have if not more. Car stalls on me when I put it into drive.Dosen't happen all the time so they say can not duplicate it. Supposed to be fixed every time that I get it back but still have same problem. Power windows have gotten stuck. Cigarette lighter and power volt have both been blown. Say it was my car carger but it workes in every other car. Oh yeah they say a cigarette lighter is not the place for a car charger. Odometer light went out. Clunking in steering when I turn. Been to dealer at least 10 times.
Never Buy a Cavalier
Jon&Stacy, 02/03/2003
2002 Chevrolet Cavalier LS 2dr Coupe (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have to say they are good for gas milege. As a over all car would never own one again. They do not have any power and are very prone to break down. They are not worth your time or effort or money. They are only good cars if you want to spend the money onthem to repair.
Ok car
Crunched, 10/04/2009
2002 Chevrolet Cavalier 2dr Coupe (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Purchased new in 2002. Great economy. Never failed in any way. Only work other than oil changes were brakes and tires. Poorly designed rear seat. Had to keep kids in booster seats due to the dip in the back seats. Also seats were made of cinder blocks. Loved the car till it was totaled in a 25-35 mph accident. Barely escaped severe injury.
I love my Cavalier
Charlene, 07/27/2008
2002 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I absolutley love my Cavalier. I've had it for over 5 years now and I have not had a problem yet. It was previously a rental car before I bought it so I thought it would have major problems. I was completely wong. I replaced my brakes at 53,000 miles. Other than regular maintenance, it hasn't had any problems. I couldn't have asked for a better car. I get about 35 MPG on the freeway and about 30 in the city. I don't know why I get such good gas mieage (I live in Southern California for goodness sakes, I am always in traffic!). I plan on driving it until it will not run anymore because it of the gas mileage.
Can anyone say
LMXRacer, 04/08/2002
2002 Chevrolet Cavalier Z24 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I am a sport compact guy, domestic of course. I buy a sub $20,000 car, and modify it for racing, so I am hard on almost every aspect of the car, and both z-24's (my old '99 and my new '02) have held up extremely well. Of course I keep them maintained, but that goes without saying. An excellent base with which to build upon, if you are into this lifestyle as I am. With a few simple engine, exhaust, and tranny mods
Great Car
TUowl05, 08/01/2007
2002 Chevrolet Cavalier LS 2dr Coupe (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 3 people found this review helpful
I bought a 2002 2 door LS sport in July of 2003 with 5k miles on it. It was a great car that was extremely reliable and relatively fun to drive. I only had to replace the driver's side window motor as that went out at about 35k miles. Other than that the car was flawless. My only complaint was the paint is pretty crappy. You could scratch it with your fingernail. Despite waxing it reguraly nicks and scratches always seemed to pop up. I recently traded it in on an '06 Saab 9- 3 but even with the step up I still miss my Cavalier. It was a great little car during my college years. It had 55,000 miles on it when I got rid of it and was pleased with the $5k trade in I got for it.
A reliable car
BTH , 07/02/2004
2002 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 9 people found this review helpful
It's not a fancy car, but it was a good value and it is reliable. I have not had any problems with this car. I use it to go to work. For the money it was the best and newest used car I could find for the money.
Still Runs like new
cavalier, 05/13/2002
2002 Chevrolet Cavalier Z24 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Bought my cavalier new in december 1995, drove it over 130,000 and it runs like the day i bought it!!!! Dependable and FUN to drive
BEST ECONOMY/FUN CAR EVER
Johnathan, 04/19/2002
2002 Chevrolet Cavalier 2dr Coupe (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Chevy must have done something really right when they built my car. It is a 1990 Chevy Cavalier that still rides like its on rails. Its got 228,000 miles on original everything and it is still one smooth ride.
Well, you get what you paid for....
Violette, 06/17/2002
2002 Chevrolet Cavalier LS Sport 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Yes I will be zipping around but I've had my problems. The car has already had the computer replaced, about 3,000 miles ago, that dealership at FL-GA border - do not recommend - took 6 hours to locate a rental and was given "tips" by others who got their car in record speed. My dealership, however explains well and is very friendly/helpful, even though they can't find the "new" problem yet.
Great Little Car!
sensationalsens1978, 01/17/2009
2002 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
It is a perfect car for getting me to work and back. I haven't had any serious problems with it. However it is starting to rust, but that will be fixed later this year! If you are looking for a safe, reliable, and affordable vehicle, look no further than the Cavalier!
Fun to drive, very reliable.
Daystrom, 03/07/2010
2002 Chevrolet Cavalier LS 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought my Cavalier new in March 2002. Still gets great gas mileage even after eight years. Smooth and quite. Handles nicely. Lots of storage. Back seat folds down so you can store long items through the trunk and along the back seat. Only problem have been the power windows. Replaced the front driver side window motor after three years. It has been working fine for the last five years. Now the two back windows are now starting stick. Which is strange, since I don't open them much. Still a great car!
Cavalier Nightmare
mark0, 04/08/2002
2002 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Low engine coolant light came on after 4 weeks... Crack in Engine block all the coolant drained into the engine and mixed with the oil. Dealer replaced engine. without car for 2 weeks. Then the alternator died at 3 months... Did anyone else have so many problems?
good bang for the buck
unwarranted, 06/23/2002
2002 Chevrolet Cavalier Z24 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought this car about a year ago. It's actually a 2001 Z24. At first I was a little upset that I bought this car instead of a Honda Civic. If it wasn't for this car's poor resale value it would be ideal. If you plan on keeping this car to its end then it's perfect. The acceleration and performance is much better than a Civic. The Civic I found hardly had any pep to it. The ride quality is a litte noisier than a Civic. My wife's corolla seems like a better ride than this, but I got the stick in the Z24 and it sure if fun. I had test drove both the automatic and the manual and I would recommend the manual over the automatic.
2002 Chevy Cavalier - Best car+value
Jonathan M., 05/20/2002
2002 Chevrolet Cavalier LS 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This was my first new car. I have had no problems with it except that the power window control panel keeps comming off. The ride is exceptional. And at a purchase price of $10,998 I can't complain
2002 z24
ANAKIN50, 04/05/2010
2002 Chevrolet Cavalier Z24 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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excellent vehicle. the only bad things about it: dash parts (cracks with the sun light too fast), and the original paint job its too poor. but i love my z24.
Good Value
KJT, 04/27/2002
2002 Chevrolet Cavalier LS 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
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This is a nice car with a great price.
meltdowns z24 review
mtymerlin, 05/26/2002
2002 Chevrolet Cavalier Z24 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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Along with the Z24's attractive appierance, it's power and handling capabilities are above average for a car in it's price range. I have only had the car less than a year now and have had a fun time driving it around the town.
I owned 3 cavaliers
Michael, 05/24/2010
2002 Chevrolet Cavalier LS 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
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The door locks rusted out twice (what's with that?) No rust anywhere else on the car. It runs great. Does not burn oil. The battery died after 8 years. I replace the blower motor at 80kkm. It slowly lost its speed until it only had high speed. I still have the car and will probably have it for many years to come.
Great Buy For What You Get
Thomas H., 05/28/2002
2002 Chevrolet Cavalier LS 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
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This is a very nice little car with more interior room than I would have thought. It is fun to drive and I have had no problems whatsoever with it. I would not recommend this car to a person who is looking at Cadillacs or more expensive vehicles, but would for someone looking for a nice, inexpensive new car.
Real world...
john1428, 06/27/2002
2002 Chevrolet Cavalier 2dr Coupe (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
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Haven't owned it long enough for eval, but had one for 10 years and 140,000 trouble free miles, and this one is much better in initial quality. This is a great day-to-day commuter car, does a better job of providing real-world transportation than my last car, which cost $10,000 more. Outstanding deal with rebate, lots of car for the money, great looks.