About to buy an 07 Aveo... What are the problem spots I should check?

I am looking at an 07 Aveo with these specs. Just wondering what I should check before I buy, any major complaints or problems common with the aveo in general or this year. Thanks guys.


2007 Aveo LS
1.6L L4 DOHC 16
5 speed manual
61,987 miles

Asking Price is $4950

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Originally Posted by jjbud

I am looking at an 07 Aveo with these specs. Just wondering what I should check before I buy, any major complaints or problems common with the aveo in general or this year. Thanks guys.


2007 Aveo LS
1.6L L4 DOHC 16
5 speed manual
61,987 miles

Asking Price is $4950

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Just make sure the timing belt has been changed.

Admin edit: also see this thread... http://www.aveoforum.com/forum/f81/w...ed-aveo-10142/

yeah timing belt at 62k miles, i doubt it was changed, be very careful

Did the 07 suffer from the dirt in the fender well problem? I actually still need to clean that out. . . maybe i will visit a power washer today :D

i didnt notice any in mine, not a big problem though

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Originally Posted by daug1502

Did the 07 suffer from the dirt in the fender well problem? I actually still need to clean that out. . . maybe i will visit a power washer today :D

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I have an 06 and never had to clean them out...

maybe it was a 04-05 thing?

I had to clean mine out on my 04. My wifes 07 doesnt seem to have that problem.

Test drive before you buy make sure you bring along a mechanic with you to check for issues. The price is great I've seen 205,096 mile car in my area and they want five thousand dollars for it. compared to that the price is a bargain the car is worth anywhere from six to eight thousand depending on what shape the body is in.

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Originally Posted by thehunterooo

maybe it was a 04-05 thing?

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Nope, my 08 has it. I did make it to the power washer today.