First Impressions of the Chevrolet Cavalier for 1999
Posted: November 20, 2008 in 1999, Cavalier, Chevrolet | Tags: 2-Door, Chevrolet Cavalier, Convertible, United States market, Z24
Chevrolet introduced the Cavalier Z24 in late 1998 to regain its grip on the Convertible market. There are 4 trim levels for the Cavalier in 1999: . With two doors and spacious seating for five, the front-wheel drive Cavalier makes a statement. There is plenty of competition in the Convertible market, including strong offerings from Kia.
Under the Hood
Chevrolet Cavalier Engine Specs: The Cavalier Z24 comes outfitted with a Vortec 2.2 liter, 4-cylinder motor that uses 8 valves. The engine, manufactured by General Motors, is mated to a three-speed transaxle by Hydra-Matic. This arrangement has demonstrated to be an effective style for Chevrolet.
The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are drum. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The Cavalier uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. Load balancing is provided by coil front springs and coil in the rear.
Statistics
The Cavalier is 180.70 inches long, 68.70 inches wide, and 53.00 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 104.10 inches. It is able to seat 5 comfortably.
The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $11,916 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $11,141. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 2-door Convertible.
Fuel Efficiency
The fuel system for the 1999 Cavalier is a SFI design, using gasoline fuel. The fuel flow is controlled by a electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The fuel capacity of the fuel tank is 15.00 gallons.
The Cavalier Z24 received a miles-per-gallon rating of 23 - 24 in-city driving and 29 - 34 when it came to highway driving. Being a gas-powered non-hybrid car, this was within normal parameters.
What We Think of the Chevrolet Cavalier
There are several reasons why the Chevrolet Cavalier Z24 sold well in 1999. Mainly the increase in availability and a marked improvement in quality meant the buying public was more apt to choose a Chevrolet, specifically a Cavalier.
The Discussion
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November 27th, 2008 at 7:13 pm
My wife screamed at me when I bough one. lol
November 29th, 2008 at 1:55 pm
Chevrolets are my favorite
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