Overview & Reviews

The Rally Sport (RS) trim is available for 1997 on the coupe and slotted between base and Z24 editions of the Cavalier. RS trim nets buyers the rear spoiler from the Z24, 15-inch tires, AM/FM stereo, tachometer, interior and exterior trim upgrades and a 3D rear-quarter panel decal. Base coupes have new wheel covers and safety belt guide loops. All 1997 Cavaliers meet federal side-impact standards for the first time. One new interior color and three new exterior colors freshen the lineup.

• Good looks, good value, standard anti-lock brakes, optional traction control

• Buzzy standard 2.2-liter engine, cheap interior materials

User Reviews:

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  solid car, but weak engine - 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier
  By ........... - October 5 - 2:00 am

  I bought my cav. less then a year ago and it only had 46,000 miles on it. But now it has close to 73,000 and it still runs great. The only problem Ive had with it was I needed to replace the altinator. at 72,000 miles.

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  follow up - 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier
  By greennirvana102 - August 28 - 2:00 am

  well, ive had the car for about a year now and nothing really has gone wrong with it. its at 120,000 miles and still runs strong. Ive put about $1000 in repairs though...... but that was all stuff I knew I had to get. Tires, water pump, and tune up. Overall, great car.

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  really is a okay car - 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier
  By natalie8 - July 25 - 2:00 am

  i have to say i think it is a okay car. i havent had any problems out of it yet!. i think it depends on how you keep a car up. the only thing i dont like is it needs more room and i wish mine had another cup holder in the front.

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  Nice but slow car! - 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier
  By nitrouscav97 - July 16 - 2:00 am

  I have a fully customized cavalier with lots of mods. But it lacks severely in the performance issue, all the other cars in its class are FASTER! I would be satisfied with 150HP at the least, the car cant seem to turn my chrome wheels fast enough to go anywhere. My wife loves to drive it and I like to drive it too, it looks great with the modifications, but i have no beef under the hood to get onto the freeway! PLEASE help me with this, I need something to boost this cars performance. Also the dashboard does creek in the hot sun while driving, and the AC and the power steering blew out too soon! Thank you -Kyle

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  One of the worst ever - 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier
  By savageice - April 14 - 2:00 am

  Engine broke($1200), timing chain broke (800), hit a little toothpick tree in the snow and did over $2000 worth of body damage. Add that to a couple of other problems under the hood....I pay more fixing it then I did when I bought the stupid thing

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  good car now i have spent money - 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier
  By fandfcavalier - April 10 - 2:00 am

  This car is a dicent lil car. not something to brag about but none the less its a car. i have upgraded the brakes, exhaust system, and intake system and after that i am impressed with the lil car. i have the 3 speed auto and i ran a 17.33 in the quarter and 9 sec 0-60 the other day. the only thing is that the 2.2 liter motors timing chain tenser is crap. i need it changed and the cheapest place to change it so far is 500 bucks. Another thing i hate is gms crappy alternators and water pumps. i am on the second water pump and the 3rd alternator. but other than all of that is been a good car.

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  Great fun car - 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier
  By drkoz0123 - April 8 - 2:00 am

  My Cavi was my 2nd car. I was looking for something sporty, reliable, and more safe than my previous car to go back and forth to college. Currently have 64000 miles. Only had a few problems but nothing major. One of them was recalled 2 years later and GM has been great to refund then money. Its great on fuel. Does OK when its really cold, Ive been stuck without a vehicle because it was too cold a few times. Seats are a little uncomfortable and bad for very tall and/or larger people. Needs more cup holders. Needs a better stereo system which I changed. The seat that folds down in back is great to haul stuff. Seems to dent and scratch easy.

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  97 cav - 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier
  By clh - March 29 - 2:00 am

  comfortable car nice looking but too frequently in the shop for many minor problems

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  Average car - 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier
  By johnjohnjohn - March 28 - 2:00 am

  Make sure you obtain an extended warranty. After 3 years, this car starts to have problems.

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  A lot of go for a 4 banger - 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier
  By greennirvana101 - March 18 - 2:00 am

  i just bought this car used with a bunch of mods on it... it runs 0-60 in 6.7! its got a lot of go and potential for such a great price