Chevy Aveo Hatchback

spiceyaveo_

Hi,
I to have had this problem since January and have even had to have my car towed to the dealership.They are not sure what is wrong but have never said anything about a sensor. This has happened to me 5 times and now the dealership called GM and got a case number and GM said if it happened again they would have to replace the valves on my car. Guess what the valves are on back order because it happened again. My husband went to the dealership to do the lemon law and they told him to call chevy so we are in the middle of finding out what we can do. I really love my car a lot to but I cannot see spending the money on something I can barely drive. So my suggestion to you would be to do the same call chevy. Good luck and let me know what happens or what you decide to do.

muffin_man

doohickie -
The Aveo is a GMDAT car, not a Suzuki - no relation to the Aerio. GMDAT is a combination of GM, Suzuki, and Daewoo. (GM and Suzuki bought a bankrupt Daewoo in 2002)

We hadn't given a lot of thought to the Aveo until we drove it. The acceleration was better than I expected, even with the automatic, and the gf wouldn't drive a manual. The automatic is also very smooth, a nice unit. Reliability has been excellent (knock on wood).

iluv -
I wish that the Suzuki Swift+ had been the Kalos also, how many people would even have made the connection to the Daewoo Kalos? I loved the old Swift, and I really hope they bring the new one. I love our Aveo, but when the Swift comes, I don't want people getting them confused.

canroc -
Must be a bad time to sell used cars! Your car is pretty loaded - I can only imagine why it wouldn't sell at that price. Try again a bit later, I guess. I fear for our Aveo Base on the open market. (better keep it)

spiceyaveo -
Good luck with your Aveo - hope they take care of it promptly. Haven't heard to much about that problem.

travlin

hey there, I too want to get a cd player for my car. Best buy told me the same thing and so now Iam confused. At crutchfield do they give you help with installation. Where did you go to install you cd player. What cd player do you guys recommend from crutchfield? thanks for the help

iluvmysephia1

yeah, you might just need to hang onto it if the market is too dumb to recognize the bargain. The more I drive my '01 Sportage 4x4 the more I realize it's value and goodness. I had it automatic-washed and waxed the other day and I'll tell you what, that baby shines now! Looks great!

I've been sorta-shopping for new cars for the last 12 months or so but the Sport is at 103,000 miles and still running like a champ. Tomorrow morning I go get new Toyo 50,000 mile SUV tires for it and it sure looks like we're gonna just keep the saddle on the thing and just drive it indefinitely. The trade-in value is undervalued to reality and I have a feeling the same would be true for the Aveo base.

Yet I still remain interested in the Chevrolet Aveo sedan and hatch and the new model coming up as well.

randydriver

Is the new Aveo supose to be a 2006 or later model?

muffin_man

I've heard no mention of the new model being offered as a hatchback. Funny thing is, I don't think the Aveo would have had a fighting chance as a sedan, I'm just too hatch-centric. I would have looked at it, just because I like economy cars, but I probably would have gone for the Accent. Or would I...?

hayesbcajh

Do you have any interest in installing the cd player yourself? I installed a cheap aftermarket unit recently and it was a simple job. Didn't need the mounting kit just modified the storage bin below slightly (drilled 2 holes larger and shaved off 2 nubs) and saved the $20. I did use the wiring harness, I think it was $10. Of course if you go to Crutchfield these items will be included in the price and the job will be even easier. If you're somewhat mechanically inclined you should have no problem at all. I wrote up the process I used in a different forum with pictures, so if you're interested let me know and I'll try and post it here. At the very least it would give you an idea of what to expect if you open it up.

csandste

The car was a Chinese model. I doubt if the changes will be here before model year 2007.

randydriver

I was wondering. I didn't believe the would change a car after only 2 model years.

iluvmysephia1

Aveo built in China. Check on that as far as being all of the new Aveo models, though. Could be just the 4-door sedan, I just remember seeing a news blurb a coupla weeks ago showing what looked to be a sharp looking new Chevy Aveo sedan along with an article explaining the Chinese connection. The flood of info.will come in on this small car soon, I'm sure.

csandste

It would be 3 model years 04-06. I don't think the Chinese Aveo is a new platform. Looks like they extended the trunk and made it look more like a Malibu.

randydriver

Are there going to be any changes for 2006?

stilwell1969

I have had this problems and other problems with my 2004 aveo. My sensor went out the sensor is in the transmission and my car has not run the same sent. Also i have had alot of motor problems and alot of frontend problems. I am looking for people that has bought the Aveo and are having problems with them. I have had problems with my Aveo sent i bought it. I have ask GM to buy it back but they will not. So please let me know if anyone else is having problems with there aveo. The aveo are lemons that is what mine is.I have had my Aveo in the shop more times then I have had it.big> The Aveo's are :lemon

stilwell1969

Please Help me if someone is out there that has or had alot of problems with there Aveo. I need you to get in touch with me about it. I Have tried to get GM to buy back my car in they will not do it. I have had it in the shop 24 times and need someone to help with this .

bolton323

REPOST-

I received a recall notice on mygmlink.com page this morning. The site won't tell you what the recall is, so you have to call the dealership to find out.

The service department told me the recall is to have you bring your Aveo in so they can upgrade the onboard software ECM. It is supposedly so they can better diagnose issues with the computer when you bring it in.

They had to have the last 8 numbers of the VIN to determine if I needed it or not. Maybe it's just me, but it is strange to recall a vehicle just to upgrade how dealerships can diagnose your vehicle.

Glenn

ro22tol

I test drove one today. Overall I was rather pleased and impressed. Only real
downside was the the brakes weren't the best. Also looks like the timing belt would be a pain to change.

If the rebates change I just might buy one. I also have a GM credit card that will give me another $1,000 off. I also have a coupon from my old GM truck with the side gas tanks, for another $500 off.

My goal would be to purchase one with automatic and air for under$10,000

They did have a SVM unit that would have cost me $7,200 after all my coupons, but I really need air.

muffin_man

All you need for air and automatic is an Aveo LS + automatic. The LS comes with A/C standard. I'm sure you could get it for under $10k, posibly before using your $1500 in rebates!

backy

Unlikely. The "employee discount price" on the Aveo LS with automatic is $11,144, after all incentives. So it's a good bet that the price after the $1500 in special rebates (and before T&L) will be under $10,000, but not before unless you can find a Chevy dealer willing to discount more than $1100 under the "employee" price. Even so, the Aveo LS automatic for under $10k + T&L is a lot of car for the money. The only way to beat it IMO is to find a Hyundai dealer willing to give a huge discount on an Accent or Elantra. Those deals exist, but not everywhere.

randydriver

My car was less than that with a/c before any of this employee discount stuff got started.... do they raise the prices then start doing discounts or what?

muffin_man

I don't think it will be hard to find a dealer willing to knock off an extra thousand bucks - on just about any car. Sure, it will end up as $10,144, close enough.

moonkitty

I totalled my crappy 1999 Escort two weeks ago, and still owed quite a bit of money on it (let's just say blue book payout didn't cover it all). I am relatively broke, and in the middle of my desperate car hunt, I found the Aveo. I am impressed with all the standard options, it's appearance, and most of all the out the door price. I test drove my powder blue hatchback last night, and put $200.00 down on it to hold it (I'm waiting for my outside financing to be approved)
This car seems perfect for me, and I did research it's options and safety before making my decision. My question is this...
I've seen both rave reviews and terrible ones, but it seems that most of the complaints are coming from owners of the 2004 models, and not so much from the 2005 owners. Does anyone know if the problems from 2004 were corrected for the 2005 model? Has anyone who owns a 2005 experienced the quick deterioration of parts/quality, etc. that I hear occurs with the 2004's? If anyone knows of a link they could supply that tells the difference betweent the two models, or the problems that were addressed for the newer model, I would be much appreciative.
Thanks so much!

backy

My car was less than that with a/c before any of this employee discount stuff got started.... do they raise the prices then start doing discounts or what?

Yes, that is what I am seeing. IMO this "employee pricing" scheme is an extremely clever way for GM (and now other automakers) to actually raise average selling prices while gaining sales. The benefit for buyers is that you know that everyone else is getting about the same deal. The bad news is that people who can negotiate may not get as good a deal as before, because dealers know that most people will be very happy with the "employee price" (as GM's sales uptick demonstrates). For example, I noticed that advertised Aveo prices were actually lower before the employee pricing started. I've noticed the same thing for Ford and DC now that they have started the same promotion. Just because it's "what the employees get" doesn't mean it's the best price.

muffin_man

The only differences I know between the models is that the 2005 has a black b-pillar instead of body colored. Anyone know the rest?

ro22tol

It looks like the aveo ls with autos are around $11,500 plus or minus a few hundred depending on options. I found a pastel blue one with aluminum rims, wing, auto, mp3 for $11,9XX . This is the one I really want.

You are correct about the employee price thing. I also need a new minivan and had negotiated a price on a Dodge GC with stow and go. The price was $1,200 below invoice then subtract $3,500 in rebates. This was at the end of June. Well now with the employee price there is only $2,000 in rebates and the final price is almost $2,000 HIGHER than it was in June. I am going to wait until the end of July and try again. There really is something to buying at the end of the month!!

randydriver

I have a friend that was looking at the Aveo, but with the G.M. Employee discount it will cost him more now than a month ago....this was of yesterday he called and told me of his experience. ....He is going to look a Kia and Hyundai because he can get a better deal through them.....

cookie55

Wall St Journal July 14 has picture of 2006 Aveo

kb4

randydriver

It is close to the release date for a lot of 2006 cars. Usually there would have some pretty concrete details by now......are y'all sure that is going to be released here?

iluvmysephia1

being built in China for Chevy and imported here to the U.S. I do believe they said that this is the 2006 Chevrolet Aveo sedan. Would that mean that we're a couple of weeks away from seeing this model of the Aveo here? This car looks great! I will follow it as intensively as I have all of the introductory Aveo's to America!

Bring it on!

spinner1

Has anyone had any success in getting aftemarket air installed in a 2004 Aveo? What did it cost? Who were the suppliers of the aftermarket kit? I have located a number of 2004 Aveos that are brand new but missing the critical item of A/C at the right price I could buy a new /old aveo tomorrow. It doesn't matter if the A/C supplier is in Canada, USA or Korea or Japan.

Reg in Edmonton AB

bob81

Hello ro22tol, I bought my 2005 Aveo hatchback (sticker price 12,400) for $7,600 after my GM card rebate, factory incentive of $1500 plus another $750 off from the dealer last January. We charge everything we purchase on the GM card and then make sure we pay it off each month! The Auto trans option is $800. I skipped it. Good luck with your future purchase.
bob81

bob81

Hello All,
I purchased my Aveo last january and have had a few problems with it. Has anybody else had these things pop up? My steering wheel was about 15 degrees off center when delivered. My tires could not be balanced and caused a shimmy in the steering wheel at 65 mph. My AC compressor is extremely noisey (sounding like a loud whine at all speeds). My cooling fan relay stuck on causing the cooling fan to run even when the vehicle was turned off (dead battery and a $25 jump start charge), I can't get over 32 mpg even when crusing 60 mph with the AC off (the book says 35 mpg). When I have to accelerate hard the car bucks and never accelerates smoothly (car techies call this 'flat spots in acceleration'). When I do have to accelerate hard I have to turn off the AC. The book states this car has 103 horsepower. Not a chance! I know what 100 hp feels like and this car definitely does not have 103 hp. My car was actually delivered with the wrong size wiper blades on it. The one on the passenger side extended over the windshield pillar. The aftermarket blades cured that. I would rate this car a 6 out of a possible 10. I look forward to your replies with similar problems and the cures you have found. My car has 8,000 miles on it. Thanks, bob81

zerocats

you should tell your friend to never by a kia. they are horriable cars i have a kia sportage and it has had nothing but problems from the start. it seems like a cheap alternative but it just turns out not to be. they are made to fall apart and know one including the kia dealer ship knows whats wrong with it turns out that kia has a huge problem with all their cars you should visit some of the sites and research them before letting your friend invest in one these cars this car has cost me a lot of money getting it fixed its in the shop more then on the road

ro22tol

That is the kind of pricing that I would be looking for. I am not in any rush and will just wait until a deal like that comes along. I have found a few dealers that will deal, but won't with this "employee pricing" thing.

Thanks again.

poncho167

The Kia is still last in reliability. I am surprised that they are using the Sportage name on their new SUV with it well known to be a lemon.

csandste

Kia will continue to greatly improve as Hyundai replaces the original platforms. Right now I'd put them ahead of Daewoo on the reliability spectrum. The Aveo is probably ahead of the Rio and Accent at this point but that will change with the new models.

doohickie

Kia will continue to greatly improve as Hyundai replaces the original platforms. Right now I'd put them ahead of Daewoo on the reliability spectrum.

So, you're saying Kia is better than Daewoo, right?

The Aveo is probably ahead of the Rio and Accent at this point but that will change with the new models.

But here, you say Aveo (a Daewoo product) is ahead of Rio (Kia product). You're contradicting yourself here, aren't you?

I ask because right now I have two Daewoos on my possible buy list (Chevy Aveo & Suzuki Reno) along with the Spectra5 and Elantra 5 door. I may look at the smaller Hyundai & Kia as well.

Personally, I don't see why GM doesn't just sell Daewoos as Daewoos instead of splitting the Daewoo line between Chevy & Suzuki in the U.S.

backy

You don't know the sordid history of Daewoo in the U.S.? Some people do, and GM would just as soon have them forget it.

Kia: better than Daewoo overall in reliability.

Aveo: better car than the current (2005) Kia Rio (Kia's worst model by far).

You really should look at the new-for-'06 Rio5, it's due out in August and the Kia web site already has a full spread on it. Unfortunately, the new Accent won't be available in a hatchback right away--just a 4-door sedan.

csandste

The Aveo is better than the current Rio and Accent because it's a lot newer. The new models will be out in a few months, at that point I suspect that the Aveo will drop behind.

IMO the Spectra5 and the Elantra are ahead of the Reno/Forenza right now. Within a year the new Elantra should be WAY ahead of he R/F.

I've driven most of these cars and owned an Elantra 4 door. You may think the Maxx is plug ugly. The front clip is but is being cleaned up for 06. The rest of the car may resemble a Citation or a Chevette but at least it's way more different looking than the CamCord and you don't have to see it if you're riding in it.

Believe me when I tell you that this is way above the other cars mentioned here, that it costs only a thou. or two more and gets almost as many MPG (better than some of the Daewoos) with a big hulking V6 that doesn't require a timing belt. That alone should make the net cost the same within 60 thousand miles. I didn't drive the Reno but I did drive a Forenza wagon (more weight, same engine). Not even close to the Maxx in any measurable way.

iluvmysephia1

being last in reliability, check yourself on that. Those are ticky-tack problems, the type your Kia dealership will fix in a half-hour for you under warranty. My two Kia's have been safe and reliable rigs that I have been proud to own. The basic powertrain in Kia's is solid and will do the job if maintained per owner's manual.

Kia is keeping the Sportage name because Sportage is the SUV that started it all for Kia. People recognize the name Sportage for small SUV, the one that started the small SUV competition. It has helped Kia get it's start. They want to keep the model-brand recognition. You may not think it but Kia is a success story. They have consistently topped their own monthly sales records and they are the fastest growing carmaker in the world. Fastest growing carmaker in Europe, too, their smaller cars are a huge hit there. Wait until the newly redesigned Rio hits the European shores. Their success in Europe will resonate soundly back to their homeland.

doohickie

I also have a Kia (Avella in Korea, called the Ford Aspire in the U.S.), and it has been very reliable. I won't be buying before August, so I can wait for the 06 models and the model closeout for the 05s.

From what I've seen of the new Rio hatchback, it looks pretty good. I may still go the next model up, though (probably Hyundai Elantra).

As for the Reno/Forenza: When I test drove the Reno, I just plain loved it. No other car I've driven felt as refined and had the same kind of pull off the line (the Spectra5, on the other hand, almost got me killed when I tried to make a left hand turn in front of traffic and it barely responded). Also, the interior of the Reno seemed much more refined than others I've driven (almost luxury-car-like). To me, the Reno interior and ride is a cut above everything else. Everything was smooth and nice. If it had decent mileage (maybe 25/32), it would the winner.

poncho167

From what I read in the past, Daewoo's problems were all at home. That created problems in the US because of parts and service.

I read a lot in automotive, and recall some writers as saying that Daewoo was the best of the Korean cars until those fateful days.

muffin_man

Sorry iluv, you have no way of knowing if they are ticky-tack problems or not...

doohickie - the difference between 22/30 and 25/32 is $126 per 15,000 miles (assuming gas is $2.50 a gallon) or $10/month.. If you really loved the Reno, it's worth the extra $10 a month. (and I am a big fan of it too).

doohickie

I had a similar coversation with my wife yesterday. She said if I really liked the car, I should just buy it and mileage be damned. She's tired of my agonizing over this decision.

muffin_man

You know you want to...!

doohickie

It just got complicated again: The xA I tested originally had lowering springs and 17 inch wheels; when I drove it, it was far too harsh for me to tolerate. I drove by the dealer and saw a stock xA on the lot. I stopped in and drove it, and the ride was a LOT smoother. So now the xA is back on the list. Difference in gas between xA & Reno is almost $30/month (per EPA estimates), and the Reno is more expensive to begin with. I may still go with the Reno since it is a much nicer car (more upscale inside, still better ride qualities, roomier).

muffin_man

Which Reno would you buy? (S, LX, EX)

parky129

The last round of messages have been about other than Aveo topics, let's keep on topic

poncho167

According to MotorWeek TV, their test Reno's mileage improves with age. They too were disappointed at first, but after a few thousand miles the mileage went up.

dkuhajda

Ditto, the Reno discussion should probably be moved to the Reno board.
The only things the Reno and Avea have in common are the facts they are essentially GM-Daewoo built vehicles off a couple of year old Daewoo designs and the Reno has been getting discounted to prices very close to the Aveo. The base Reno with A/C, 5 speed commonly goes for $9995, while the Aveo value edition without A/C gets advertised for $8,795.