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Old 03-29-2009, 12:45 PM   #2 (permalink)
Hitman1970
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Re: Review: 2009 Chevrolet Aveo5 LS

I recommend this reviewer read the April 2009 Car and Driver on page 24

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A Stripper Exposed: Nissan made its most affordable car, the Versal sedan, even more affordable for '09 when it lowered the price by $2890. The result is a $10,685 Versa 1.6 base. We wondered: Just what does a cheapskate have to give up?

Bare Market: Manual mirrors are unpainted; there are only four exterior colors.

Losing power: The smaller 1.6 liter engine is down 15 horses to 107.

Inches matter: 14-inch wheels versus 15 inchers

Key my car: There is no remote key fob to open the doors or trunk.

Time out: There's no clock.

Sing out: Good, there's no radio!

Total Darkness: Seats, trim, and plastic are black, and there is no lighting in the glove box or trunk.

Sweat equity: Air conditioning is a $1000 option.

A gear down: The stripper comes only with a five speed manual.

Roll 'em: Windows and locks are manual.

Butt aches: Could it be the thinner seat padding?
GM is not the only company to offer these "For advertising only" vehicles.
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