1987 Chevrolet Celebrity Wagon
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All photo credits
- Photo: 1984 Chevrolet Celebrity Coupé front by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1990 Chevrolet Celebrity 3.1 wagon front -- 04-20-2010 by IFCAR, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Chevrolet Celebrity -- 08-24-2009 by IFCAR, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1984 Chevrolet Celebrity Coupé rear by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Chevrolet Celebrity Eurosport VR interior by TKOIII, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity Wagon is a 98-hp 2.5-liter inline-4 wagon with a 3-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $11,253 MSRP and is rated at 23 mpg combined.
It makes 98 horsepower at 4,800 rpm and 135 lb-ft of torque at 3200 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 19 mpg city and 29 mpg highway (23 mpg combined).
The Celebrity measures 190.0 inches long on a 104.8-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,849 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Wagon |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $11,253 ($32,194 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.5L (151 cid) LR8 OHV I4 |
| Displacement | 2.5 L |
| Horsepower | 98 hp @ 4,800 rpm |
| Torque | 135 lb-ft @ 3200 rpm |
| Valvetrain | OHV, 2 valves/cylinder |
| Bore and Stroke | 101.6 x 76.2 mm (4.000 x 3.000 in) |
| Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 |
| Injection Type | EFI (electronic fuel injection) |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 3-speed automatic |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 19 MPG |
| Highway | 29 MPG |
| Combined | 23 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 14" |
| Wheels Rear | 14" |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 190 in |
| Width | 69 in |
| Height | 54 in |
| Wheelbase | 104.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,849 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 38 in |
| Headroom Rear | 38 in |
| Legroom Front | 42 in |
| Legroom Rear | 35 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 56 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 56 in |
| Hip Room Front | 52 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 52 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity Wagon 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
1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 1987 Chevrolet CELEBRITY. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
May 19, 2006 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
Consequence: THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).
NHTSA campaign 06E043000
45 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1987 Chevrolet CELEBRITY
Owner Complaints
45 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1987 Chevrolet CELEBRITY (1 mention a crash, 1 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Steering | 13 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 9 |
| Electrical System | 4 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 4 |
| Seat Belts | 4 |
| Structure | 4 |
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 1987 CHEVROLET CELEBRITY. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.