Used 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier Sedan Consumer Reviews

My 2000 Chev Cavalier gave me problems
right from the first 15,000 miles. In
that time I had replaced all 4 Goodyear
Tires..they all developed holes in the
sidewall…my fault even though it had
not happened to me in my 20 yrs of auto
ownership. Goodyear would not prorate
any tires. At 40K, the radio went out.
Fortunately, I had an extended
warranty, but I had to fight w/Robert
Levis Chev in Slidell, La to get it
fixed. While fixing the radio, they
damaged the digital oddometer (they
wouldn’t admit it!). After this
incident, I’ve had to repair the fuel
pump, battery and alternator, and other
stuff I’m forgetting. I’m buying a new
car, thank God.

I bought this car in April 2009 and it had 118k, four door and three speed automatic. I paid $1100 for it. It had a new set of Michelins too! The dash near the windshield cracked and now has chunks missing. The original stereo/CD died. It uses no oil between changes. I replaced the radiator, the alternator, and changed the oil every 3000 miles. As of June 2014 it has 186k. I usually get 28 mpg in mixed driving, but sometimes get 30. I figured for $1100 if it lasted a year I could give it away and not be out anything. Five plus years later it is still going strong. Mine has the old OHV 2.2…never had an engine or transmission issue, nor check engine light. I may never get this lucky again. I kept this car until January 2016. I sold it because I bought a 1998 Cavalier with only 100k and was not driving it. It had 218k when I sold it. The people I sold it to said it now has about 230k and have had no problems with it at all. It was so hard to let it go. I wish I had kept it. Even though I have the 1998, I still miss my 2000 model. It was the best car I have ever owned.

Yesterday I bid a fond farewell to a close friend after 8 1/2 years. I got my Cavalier in March 2002 as a high school graduation present from my grandmother. I have to say, the Cav did its job and then some. I went to college 3-4 hours away from home, and I now live a half hour away from where I now work, and have done the commute for 4 years now. The Cavalier was great on gas and kept me safe on one of the worst, most congested Interstates in the country. From an old man t-boning me after running a stop sign to skidding on ice on the Interstate, hitting a snow bank, and the only damage being a bent license plate, this car’s toughness isn’t to be underestimated. I loved the old gal!

I bought my 2000 Cavalier 4dr stick- shift new in 2000. Just needed fuel efficient transportation and never expected to fall in love w/her. This car has done it all. I have pulled a small trailer with it since new and still only just replaced the clutch once at 109k miles. Consistently gets 36 mpg on interstate and 28-30 daily driving. I have had this car most people wouldn’t take a 4wd truck. As for design and ride comfort, it’s a cavalier not a mercedes. This car has 116k miles and I hope I get another 10 yrs out of her. I hope one day, when I finally have to let her go, that I can find another ride as great as this car.

We purchased our 2000 Cavalier in October of 1999. We have 123,000 miles on the car. We get 28 mpg average between city and highway. We have the 2.2 litre engine. The car is very easy to drive and still runs very well. We have had very little trouble out of it. It has been very reliable. No leaks of any kind, and everything works. Still looks good and I enjoy driving it every day. We paid $13,000 for it new and have had the car for nearly ten years. I have no plans to sell or trade my Cavalier. I have owned many different cars from many different manufacturers, but I have kept this one the longest and have found it to be the most reliable.

I drive a 2000 cavalier which has taken my sister through High school, and is now taking me through college. It is a great little car! It has only given minor problems which u can expect from any car. When we got the car, it was abandoned by its current owner. It did not run and it needed a new transmission, but my uncle who is a mechanic saved its life. 🙂 I don’t like to see people bash this car-or American makes period. No, its not the most comfortable car. But if thats what your wanting, then your going to pay more. This is a simple car-to get you from point A to B. If your looking for something more luxurious, GM does make the Cadillac. Now there’s 116,000 miles and still running strong!

I agree with the person who said there
is vibrating feel with the brakes
sometimes. It’s weird. Overall, I
love my car. It looks good and drives
well. I had some problems with the
Solinoid(not sure of the spelling) when
I first bought it. Took the dealership
a while to figure out what was wrong.
Guess thats what I get for buying a
used car. But it’s a great car for a
good price.

This is now my 6th Cavalier. No matter how you cut it they are reliable and low maintenance. In the past 18 months of owning the 2000 cavalier I have now, it has cost me less than $200.00 in total repairs(regular oil changes included). My only complaint is the suspension is a little weak. All Cavaliers have been known to hit hard over bumps leaving the comfort of driving being sacrificed. However if you can sacrifice the comfortable drive for a cheap, reliable, low maintenance, gas miser. Then a Cavalier is right for you.

I am a return customer for the
Cavalier. I find that for their class,
they are pretty good, (in my mind they
come in second to the Civic, it is just
too much money for my budget). The car
drives very well, and you get what you
pay for plus some.

I always love to drive this car. It is
cost effective and very reliable. It is
a great car for first getting out of
college.