1982 Chevrolet Chevette Base AT
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- Photo: Chevrolet Chevette Scooter - Flickr - dave 7 (1) by dave_7 from Canada, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
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The 1982 Chevrolet Chevette Base AT is a 1.6-liter inline-4 with a 3-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $5,898 MSRP.
The Chevette measures 164.0 inches long on a 97.2-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,114 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Hatchback |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $5,898 ($19,864 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 1.6L OHC Inline-4 |
| Displacement | 1.6 L |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | RWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 3-speed Automatic |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 164 in |
| Width | 61 in |
| Height | 52 in |
| Wheelbase | 97.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,114 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 38 in |
| Headroom Rear | 37 in |
| Legroom Front | 41 in |
| Legroom Rear | 33 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 49 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 49 in |
| Hip Room Front | 49 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 49 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1982 Chevrolet Chevette Base AT with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1982 Chevrolet CHEVETTE. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Mar 4, 1983 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:CARBURETOR SYSTEM
THE CARBURETOR FUEL PLUG MAY COME OUT AND FUEL COULD LEAK FROM THE CARBURETOR.
Remedy: THE DEALER WILL INSTALL A RETAINING CLIP ON THE CARBURETOR INLET PLUG TO PREVENT IT FROM DISLODGING, AT NO CHARGE TO OWNER.
NHTSA campaign 83V027000
Nov 1, 1982 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:CARBURETOR SYSTEM
THE CARBURETOR FUEL INLET HOUSING PLUG IN THE SIDE OF THE CARBURETOR MAY COME OUT.
Remedy: THE DEALER WILL INSTALL A RETAINING CLIP ON THE CARBURETOR INLET PLUG TO PREVENT FUEL LEAKAGE, WITHOUT CHARGE.
NHTSA campaign 82V106000
4 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1982 Chevrolet CHEVETTE
Owner Complaints
4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1982 Chevrolet CHEVETTE. See all on nhtsa.gov
| Electrical System | 3 |
| Seat Belts | 1 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1982 CHEVROLET CHEVETTE. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.