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Really good Cavalier
Darby J. Pruitt, 08/03/2009
2003 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
11 of 11 people found this review helpful
This 03 Cavalier is the 2nd Cavalier I have owned, and besides the few problems that I have had this car has seen me though thick and thin. Now that I have hit 105,000 miles I'm looking forward to it's first real tuneup. It diffenetly has the get up go I need to fly past any import I come across. The comfort is pretty good seeing I managed to stay setted for 10 hours on two 780 mile trips, and I think the automatic transmissons are as good as the manuels. The only problems I've had are the fuel pump, e- vac canister, and catalytic converter, (the converter was my fault for running hard everyday). And after 1 wreak with a BMW (BMW's fault) the Cavalier is still running like she means it.
Excellent car
ravens1986, 09/05/2013
2003 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
15 of 16 people found this review helpful
I bought my cavy when it had around 135,000 miles on it. It's just now gotten to 218,000 after five years of owning it, and it's been exceptionally reliable. The only part to go bad on it was the fuel pump, I have not had to buy any other parts for it. Other than the standard oil change and brake service, new tires, and normal maintenance, I haven't had to put any money in to it. And I used to abuse the crap out of it when I was younger. Well worth the investment. I notice a lot of people posting about having all sorts of problems with theirs, but it's the absolute opposite for me. It's not the sportiest car, but it is reliable.
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What a car
puck, 06/07/2006
2003 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
21 of 27 people found this review helpful
Bought it used from and old couple with only 20,000 miles. Thought what a great deal. Had to got to the dealership 3 times for recalls that take 3-5 hrs at a time. Got everything standard nothing special;. Stereo quits, cds get stuck. The seals on the doors and windows like to come off. I found out the car I paid $15,000 for a year later was only worth $2,600, now even less. Can we fix the funny sounds when you can barely hear the radio over the wind while on the freeway. I love my car but by now all the bugs should've been worked out.
Great little car
dunnr, 09/07/2006
2003 Chevrolet Cavalier LS Sport 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
This is a great little car if you are not looking to spend a fortune, but want to get plenty of options. This car has all the options you could get in 2003 except a sunroof.
The Value Mobile
sbe79, 08/06/2013
2003 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Purchased in 2/2013 with a mere 38K on it. Had been garaged constantly and rarely driven in inclement weather. Basically, it was nearly mint. All in all, the car feels extremely cheap. It does not feel or drive like a 2003 of any type, it feels much older. It is a true budget mobile that offers no thrills or extras -- it's a wonder these ever sold at all up against the competitively priced Civic or Corolla. My wife drives it as an errand runner -- and she runs a lot of errands. It has so far proven it's dependability. Even though it feels like I could karate chop most of the interior, I think I could drive it at least part way across the US without issue.
Old Reliable
AyJay, 11/20/2018
2003 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
It's not exactly sporty. and it's no one's idea of a luxury car, but my Cavalier saw me through 220,000 miles with only wear-and-tear repairs. I bought it in 2004 with 20K miles, and it finally gave up the ghost in 2016 with 240K. I wore out the struts, went through several sets of tires, batteries etc, but it had no mechanical issues in all that time. I drove it all through the midwest, California, up and down the East coast, and it never gave me cause to doubt that it was going to start. I miss it every time I take my current car to the shop.
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Good Car
April, 06/12/2008
2003 Chevrolet Cavalier LS 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought this car a few years ago and overall I have been pleased. I had to replace my fuel pump about a year ago. Also one of the window motors went out (still haven't fixed it!) the sir conditioning does buzz, but I've gotten used to that by now. My dashboard has cracked in 2 places, and I'm not too thrilled with that. The gas mileage is great though and my favorite part about the car! The cup holders are in a terrible spot. I don't know whose bright idea that was, but they need to be slapped. Overall, I have no regrets. It gets me to where I'm going effectively and efficiently.
Practical and inexpensive
Hibiscus, 06/07/2005
2003 Chevrolet Cavalier LS 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I purchased this car with 9 miles on it and have put almost 17,000 miles on it since May 2003. It has great mileage, it's very reliable and seats our family of five in comfort. I've had squeaky brakes, but my mechanic says these Cavaliers come with brakes that have a high metallic content. They work fine, but make a funny sound sometimes. This model has had three recalls for small items: a computer chip was reprogrammed, rear lights were replaced and an emissions sticker was added later. This is an inexpensive car that's great to drive and has a terrific sound system. This is the third Cavalier I've had and they've all been very reliable since I got my first in 1986. I'm very happy with it!
Reliable, excellent gas milage!
travelsalot, 10/12/2011
2003 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought my car in 2004 with 24k miles for about $8500. When purchased, my car would get 30-32 miles per gallon highway and 28-30 mpg town. I have had my car for 7 years and now have 165k miles racked up. On average, I get 29.5-31 mpg highway and 28 mpg town. Over the years I have replaced a few things: Carpet (warranty) Ignition switch x3 (warranty) Fuel pump x1 (around 90k miles) Brakes x2 (one set front and back with rotors- have lifetime warranty on parts) Tires (set of 4) x2 Fan motor (very inexpensive through private mechanic) and belt x1 0verall, very few inexpensive mechanic bills. I am starting to burn oil, but the car exhaust does not stink.
2003 cav
Seag, 07/03/2018
2003 Chevrolet Cavalier LS 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I got the car for $1200, 107k miles. Solid car with lots of little quirks. Interminent windshield wipers lock up, trunk sometimes doesnt open with the key due to problems with latch. Interior made of lots of cheap parts and plastic, whole far front dash is cracked and busted. I have something in place to keep the pieces from rattling or moving around. Whole entire interior on the dash is pretty cheap plastic, ive knicked it a few times and it will just crack off. Very brittle. I originally thought that the transmission was having problems when the gear shift wouldnt allow me to shift to park, took it to the shop where they checked every seal and found no issues, but inside the gear shift knob the plastic was cracked, no surprise, and they had the put a pin inside of it, put More pressure on the gear shift knob when putting it to park for it to go in. Ive had one problem with the transmission/ or engine with high revving rpms with no acceleration. It has only done this once. Other than these things its very reliable and has always started. Shifts very smooth, very smooth ride. Brakes are great and responsive despite some occasional noises. Nice Bright high beams, a good starter car or car for someone who is looking for cheap, reliable transportation. Cavs are pretty good cars!
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This is a crapalier
Crapalier, 04/05/2007
2003 Chevrolet Cavalier LS Sport 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought this brand new. Had 3 transmission replacements, which never got totallly fixed, cd player eats cds, engine stalls, wheel bearing broke, inspection fails every time, very ugly interior, the cup holder is in the way, major oil leakage, and so many other problems. This car all around stinks!
Not a good choice
Jay, 04/06/2010
2003 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 3 people found this review helpful
My parents bought me this car when I graduated but I wish they went with something else. Ive owned one for 3 years and now selling it. It is very reliable and doesn't have many mechanical problems at all but the entire interior design is made from cheap easy to break materials. Even the seats are VERY uncomfortable for driving for long periods my back would actually start to hurt after 3 or so hours and i'd have to get out and stretch, the cup holders are ridiculously placed right behind the cup holders. Don't expect the CD drive to last long either. Not to mention what car nowadays doesn't have power doors OR windows??The brakes also stink on wet roads, the steering is loose.
fun but it has its problems
chevycavalierowner, 03/18/2010
2003 Chevrolet Cavalier LS Sport 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 4 people found this review helpful
I just bought this car with 50,000 miles on it. The car drives excellent. IT is real fun to drive. The only thing wrong with it is its real cramped inside, and the car car is real torquey.
A++++++++++ Automoble
snow BR, 12/04/2003
2003 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
the smooth pickup, smooth ride, easy to handle,performance. before buying this car, i was looking for a 4x4 blazer, cavilar, grand am, is what i mentioned to the dealer. and what i could afford was this vehicle! i drove a 1988 5spd calilar one time and i loved it way back than. and i know than it was a very dependable vehicle, which is one reason why i look into the cavilar's performance!! I love everything about this car, !!!!!!!!!! etc. im glad i made this decision:))))
Cavalier
Unichrom, 12/23/2002
2003 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Good Car. GM got it right this time.
Wish there were no problems
Denise, 06/29/2005
2003 Chevrolet Cavalier LS 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
My car has had some issues. My windows needed to be repaired two times under initial warranty. Make rear seat came off tracking and needed repair. My trunk latch has issues and needs to be closed several times before latching. With all the shutting, the spoiler has cracked and need to take it into the dealership. I got a nice blue color which I loved but the car has so many scratches, it looks pathetic. This was the first brand new car I purchased and have been very disappointed. BTW - wheels on sports model are VERY expensive to replace if a flat hurts rim. The car also uses special oil filter which some places charge an extra $10 to change.
checkit
mcghee, 12/21/2003
2003 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I love my car that I just recently purchased for a wonderful price. It is great on the gas mileage and oil use. I love the way the car looks, sounds, and the comfort. It is my first new car I to own everything else was late eighties model. I do want to purchase a spoiler and keyless entry for it here soon.
115k miles and...
neil27, 02/23/2011
2003 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I've put 115k miles on my Chevy cavalier. The price was very attractive. The car has surprisingly good slow speed acceleration. However, I've had numerous mechanical difficulties including: fuel pump failure, multiple evap canister failures, serious wire harness failure, ventilation blower failure, speaker problems, hood latch failure, power steering issues, broken seat. In addition the car eats front end brake rotors at high rate. The transmission failed with 12k miles, but was replaced on warranty. The rear suspension is noisy and rides really rough. Road noise levels are high. The interior design, especially the placement of the cup holders, is terrible
Junk
DaddyHines, 12/29/2008
2003 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought my Cavalier brand new in 2003. In October of 2008 I had to replace the engine because my oil pump was not working. None of the dashboard lights lit up or anything. It just died one day. My Cavalier has less than 75000 miles and got oil changes regularly. The mechanic says it was a manufacturer defect but of course, Chevy offers no help. My heat only comes out the passenger side vent and my rear defroster stopped working like a year after I had the car. Other than that, it's great.
Basic yet under-rated
cailean, 07/10/2009
2003 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I've got over 90,000 km on my car and it's still going strong - the only problem I had was with the cooling system just a month after I first bought it, and it hasn't been an issue since. It's far from being the fanciest car out there, but there's a lot more to it than people realize. Surprisingly sporty, excellent mileage for it's age, and a surprisingly large amount of cargo space - I once loaded three large book cases from Ikea with room to spare. I bought this car straight out of university when money was pretty tight. My money situation has improved, so I probably wouldn't buy it again, but would more than recommend it if you're needing to pinch some pennies.
Too Good To Be True
HEID, 12/13/2005
2003 Chevrolet Cavalier LS 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I should have known the price was too good to be true, I love to drive my car, however that is when it runs. It only has 32000 miles on it, and is in the shop more than driven, and Chevy does not stand behind their work. I think its a good starter car, but if you want a reliable car for day to day never ever by a Cavalier. Trust me I learned the hard way, and still owe 10,000.00 on the car
I love this car
Joecool200, 02/07/2003
2003 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Its great on gas, very fun to drive. Has a very unique style and lots of performance for a 4 cyclinder engine- very fast and sturdy 1 doesn't shake at 100!!!!!!!!! I love this car , especially the good sticker price! Everyone should get one! I had one before this and I bousht it in 88 and its still running ! Very reliable!!!!
I love my car!
ShandaW, 04/27/2004
2003 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I just bought this car about a month ago and I've had no problems with it at all. It gets up to speed real quick and it handles real good. I bought it almost new so the tires were still good and the interior is beautiful. The only thing I've done is put better speakers in the back.
I made a mistake!!!
Kelli, 06/24/2004
2003 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I wanted something dependable. So I thought that if I bought a new car it would have to be right? Wrong. I am afraid to touch anything because it usually falls apart. I have had it for 3 months and I already regret buying it. My ac works good but I can't use it because it makes my whole car shake. This car feels like it is about ready to fall apart. It is comfortable once you get in and keep your hands of flimsy things. But the truth is its cheap because its built cheap. I wish I had bought a Honda. I am going to loose about $2000 for this stupid mistake! Oh and I have 2 friends with the same model and both of their engines blow up!
Good all around small car
Bill Spond, 01/25/2009
2003 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Great gas mileage, 29-30 MPG on the interstate. I have had one wreck skidding backwards into a guardrail at about 50 mph and very little damage to the car. Very well built.
Just Plain Great!
Gurliej25, 08/08/2004
2003 Chevrolet Cavalier LS Sport 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have read other reviews about this car and it boogles my mind how people could dislike this car. I bought it with 6000 miles on it and havn't had a problem yet! I love everything about the cavalier, and am very dissapointed that 2004 was the last year for them. But i can gurentee I will always buy a chevy!
Great Car and Great Price!!!
manth, 08/19/2003
2003 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The 2003 Cavalier 4-door Sedna is a great running car. It handles really well and the engine is quiet. It is a great car and affordable too. The dealership paid for my insurance down payment and filled the car up with gas for me. I have a great 75,000 mile warranty.
A Great Car for the Money
DanH, 12/18/2004
2003 Chevrolet Cavalier LS 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought this car used for my daughter and she has put a lot of miles on the vehicle commuting to school. The car now has 43K miles and we have not had one problem! My other daughter has a 2000 Cavalier and it too is very dependable. Its not a luxury car, but for the money, you get relative comfort and a well made vehicle. My brother-in-law has a 92 with 135K and its going strong. My nieces 88 had 181K when she traded it in. A lot of positive testimony!
Safety Downfall
laje, 11/21/2003
2003 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I was in a low speed (approx. 15-25mph) side impact accident and the car fliped and it was a total loss.
I love my car!
KariLynn, 12/06/2003
2003 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
As this is my first car and I needed one to get back and forth from work and to and from college and my apartment; I must say the Cavalier has completely fulfilled my needs and expectations... and more! I love how simple it is to drive and the sporty look that even the sedan has. An excellent buy for its price range!
Getting what you pay for
Snookums, 12/13/2003
2003 Chevrolet Cavalier LS 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought this car with hesitation.I knew I didnt have the best car,but i also didnt expect problems from a new car.Such as...the visor is my biggest annoyance,stalls on occasion,floor matt on drivers side,electrical problems with two windows,blinkers,tailights and controls in the middle.Uncomfortable seats,loud A/C,cups dont fit in oddly placed cupholders. Worst of all, TERRIBLE PAINT JOB(if an acorn falls on my car it gets scratched)! I never knew of ANY car where a light in the glovebox was NOT standard! Nonetheless,i do like my Cavilier. Breaks work very good,gas mileage is awesome,nice look,safety features,radio/speakers,A/C,dimmed lights,performance.
I like it !!!!!!
Josandi, 01/02/2003
2003 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
i just bought this car with only 7 miles on it (12/31/02)(date bought) today (1/2/02) and i put 190 miles all with the same tank of gas that the dalear filled up with and its just below the 1/2 tank mark,,great car i love it,,i say to all get a cavalier
2003 cavalier
wolverine39, 05/09/2011
2003 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I just sold my 03 Cavalier, it had 125,000 miles. I owned it for 18 months. I had problems with it leaking oil and had to replace the rear main seal, also recently the a/c unit went out in it which caused me to sell. but other than that it was reliable, always started and never left me on the side of the road.
Great Price/performance
JohnEP, 09/05/2003
2003 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The Cavalier is nothing fancy, a basic car, but as a commuter car it gets consistently 30 mpg and has had zippo defects. Nice mileage, with various rebates and payments I ended up at less the $10k for a new vehicle, which is unheard of. (Thank you, GM MasterCard.) This car seems to get knocked in trade rags; I don't understand why. I test drove about six-seven models in the $15- $20k price range, and all have similar plusses/minusses. Most seemed noisy, and handled adequately but not great. Cavalier in this price range really seems to be near the top. And it's fully debugged, in my opinion. Traded in an '87 Corolla, am quite happy I did.
2003 Chevy Cavalier Review
md2011, 05/19/2011
2003 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Got this car Feb 06 traded it in May 09' with 68k. My first car. Drivetrain in this car could not be beat strong engine good transmission(auto). Performance, handling was exceptional. Excellent mpg 35mpg hwy. Problem is everything else in this car was going. The A/C had problems with derbis that would rattle in the vents, alternator was going, battery was going, suspension was horrible. So many rattles actually got rubber sheets cut and siliconed it in various places to stop the rattles. Interior space every bump I hit my head on the ceiling (i'm 6'3). Interior materials were below avg but this an economy car. Cupholders in a bad location. t All in all good first car.
The Price is Right
CapoFerro, 04/05/2003
2003 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have nothing bad to say about this car. If you are looking for a no frills car that will give you reliability, overall driving confidence and will not hurt your deminshed bank account in this poor market then this is the car for you.
i love my first brand new car
karen, 07/21/2003
2003 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
i have had alot of fun driving around in my little put put car. i love it. the only thing that i would change if i could would be the leg room. there is non-by the way i am 5'8".
Economical and reliable
Maggie, 08/21/2006
2003 Chevrolet Cavalier LS 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I purchased this car with nine miles on it, so all of its miles have been mine. It's solid on fuel economy and roomy for a small sedan. I've had very few problems with it (an automatic window motor was replaced under warranty and I've had a tire and battery go, but that's been it). I have two small peeves: the back windows won't go all the way down, which my 11-year-olds hate and the temp control is right where your drink is, which means an extra step when you don't want to be fumbling with a travel mug. Other than that, it's been a great car thus far. I'm going to keep it until the 11-year-olds get their licenses--if I live that long-- so I'm taking very good care of the car.
A great car.
nollocs, 07/30/2009
2003 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought the car brand new in 2003. I love it. I have had a few problems. But nothing big. The gauge cluster acts up some times and will not work. I had a rod that was bent in the AC unit, but that was fixed under warranty. It has 87,000 mile now. This last tank of gas I got just over 34 mpg in mixed driving. But I usually average 30-31mpg in mixed driving. It has plenty of power for a cheap car.
cavalier rocks
six flags, 05/04/2004
2003 Chevrolet Cavalier LS 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
No problems so far!!!
That Car that grows up with you!!!
Now A Mom, 02/15/2003
2003 Chevrolet Cavalier LS 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought my first cavalier in 97, and it lasted for 7 years with no major mechincal repair. So when it was time to grow up and turn in my two cute car for a bigger and more adult car. My first choice was the cavalier. It still has a grown up look, without screaming "Im a mom". I trust this make and model, and will continue to business with them if when my now 2 year old gets her license. (watch out world)
Fun and Carefree
Trixi, 08/19/2007
2003 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought my Cavalier immediately following ABS problems in a previous car (a much larger and less fuel efficient Cadillac). I bought it from a rental car sales lot and since then I have put 1 qt and a half of oil in it (exc oil changes), no coolant, 2 air filters, one set of brakes, and put air in the tires twice. Coming from an extreme nickel and diming situation, this car provided me with an oasis of carefree driving. I love to drive it; its agile and quick, makes almost no noise, and never runs hot. This car is definitely my "little buddy". I plan on doing several aftermarket changes to update it a little, but it doesn't need much.
I Hate My Cavalier
Todd Hong, 04/18/2003
2003 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have a Cavalier that gets only 22 mpg highway even with the overspeed transmission. The dealership & Chevrolet will not work to determine what the problem is, their answer is "tough cookies". There are several pickup trucks that get better mileage! Car also doesn't hold value. My recommendation: BUY A TOYOTA COROLLA or SATURN. For the same money you get a much better riding car in the Corolla that holds a high resale value!
I hate my 2003 Cavalier
Allana, 09/19/2003
2003 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Well where do I start! I have owned this car for 10 months now and I have had nothing but problems. 9 warrenty issues including a knocking noise in my front passenger side tire area which has been unsuccessfully fixed with 4 attempts now. The interior squeaks all the time, the breaks aren't that good, the car rides like its falling apart. The only good thing about it is the a/c and I'm sure that will go soon enough! Being a student, its all I could afford but if I had my time back I would have listened to everyone who told me that GM cars are no good and went without food to lease a better car! No more north american made cars for me ever!
Love my Cavy
mdshome, 11/30/2009
2003 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Bought this car used with 10,000 miles on it. Have driven the heck out of it for 6+ years. Currently has 190,000 miles on it and still runs like a dream. Other than brakes, rotors, and a fuel pump no other problems. Didn't think about the cup holders being a problem, just slightly inconvenient. With back seat down, I have hauled 8 foot 2x4's in it and use it like a truck. Still getting me 28-32 mpg consistently. Drives great in the snow. I make it to work when people with 4x4s don't. Makes me laugh!
Not Bad for the Price
CheesyEagle, 01/07/2005
2003 Chevrolet Cavalier LS Sport 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Sharp exterior styling, responsive handling, and a strong engine make this an enjoyable car to drive. The poor build quality, ugly interior (especially the steering wheel) and relatively low level of refinement always leave you wanting more. Overall the bargain basement price makes this package worthwhile, but Chevy still has a long way to go in order to compete with the "imports" (loosely termed).
Pretty great
Cavalier owner, 11/04/2003
2003 Chevrolet Cavalier LS Sport 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
its a very reliable car and fairly comfotable. i like the cd player and the a/c is great. allaround i think its a very good car.
Nice Work Car
Bill Spond, 10/28/2007
2003 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I haven't had the car very long but I really like it. Good performance, good ride for a small car. Has 83000 miles on it and it feels like a new one. 26 miles to the gallon, I had hoped for 30. Over all a good solid little car.
Economy doesn't meet comfort
Bri, 08/02/2007
2003 Chevrolet Cavalier LS 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I owned this car for 3 years, and I'm just now trading it in. My husband is in the military, so it was easy to put 60k on it in that amount of time. This car gave me no trouble for 2 1/2 years, until the fuel pump went out. I wasn't surprised, as GM is noted for recalls. With an aftermarket air filter, I got 39 miles to the gallon in this car. The only reason I'm trading in is because we're expecting a baby, and there's no way a car seat will comfortably fit in this back seat. Moderate comfort for 2 people, but don't bother if you have a child or any friends to drive around. The front controls are horribly placed, and it's small. But all in all I loved this car. Very reliable.
Buy Something Else
basmartass, 04/21/2003
2003 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The only reason I bought this car is because I could walk to the dealer and it was cheap. But you get what you paid for. The sales rep was classic; comb-over, tie tack, tried to engage in small talk. I hate traffic lights because it gives me the time to notice mis-aligned panels, cheap materials and poor design. I should have bought a Honda or Toyota.