1997 Chevrolet Cavalier
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Even though the Cavalier was introduced back in 1981, the 1997 model is only the second generation of Chevy’s second-best-selling car. The debut of the current version in 1995 ended a 13-year run for the original General Motors “J” car. The Cavalier is a world traveler: a right-hand-drive version is sold in Japan as the Toyota Cavalier, a Chilean automotive publication named it “Car of the Year,” and it was the best-selling new car in Israel in 1995.
The majority of Cavalier buyers are female, and the coupe in particular is a favorite among first-time new-car buyers. The RS coupe joins the Cavalier lineup for 1997, offering many of the appearance and convenience options of the Z24, but without that car’s 2.4-liter twin-cam engine.
The 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier is available in six models: Cavalier (base) 4-door sedan and 2-door coupe, LS Sedan and Convertible, Z24 Coupe, and RS Coupe. Safety features include dual airbags, daytime running lights, an anti-lock brake system (ABS), and an optional traction control system (standard on LS models).
All models except the Z24 are powered by a 2.2-liter 120-horsepower 4-cylinder engine, while the Z24 upgrades with a more powerful 2.4-liter twin-cam engine that produces 150 horsepower. Standard features include a folding rear seat, intermittent wipers, a theft-deterrent system, and cloth bucket seats with Sketchpad fabric protection.
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