Originally posted by DemonSVT:
Originally posted by {Kontofosho}:
It is still your fault for allowing her to get one.


My comment was about the POS they stuck in the CDW-27. Hell a lot of Ford automatics are plain junk. Period. At least it's not a late 80's to late 90's Chrysler product though.

As for the Cavalier...

The ATX in her Z24 is MUCH better then any of the MTX's they stuck in the J-bodies.

I know I've driven several MTX Z24's and was appalled at how poorly they shift and the vat of butter shifter motion.

I remember laughing at the salesman when during the test drive he was talking about how nicely the new 02 Z24 shifted. After I finished gut laughing I politely explained what a vague, sloppy, and slow shifting MTX it really was. We then bought another ATX 2.4L

The ATX is tough, quick shifting, and extremely efficient. Also it's just a small family commuter sedan. (BTW the ATX gets better mpg then the MTX does)


Yes the car's overall build quality is typical GM. (cheap plastic & squeaks)
The engine & tranny are bullet proof, efficient, and last forever. Plus normal maintenance is ultra cheap which is just what you want on a daily commuter. (Her 02 Z24 4dr has 70k on it)

Um who cares about the Cavalier?

I have to say the Contour ATX is decent. Shifting may not be "top notch" but if properly maintained it can last. After all my taking off, flooring it, manually shifting, taking it up to 7500 rpms, the trans can take a beating. If I would have done half the stuff to a MTX I would have had to replace it already. I'd rather have a MTX yeah....but I nothing bad to say about my ATX.

Hector 2003 Rally Red Mitsubishi Evolution VIII 257HP/259TQ 2005 Lapis Blue Mazda 6s RET: 00 Cabernet Red Ford Contour Zetec ATX SUPERCHARGED 160HP/141TQ