The X-body disaster—Chevy's first front-drive car, and it was a flop. It had a 2.8L V6 and was supposed to be the future, but it was plagued by recalls, poor build quality, and a reputation for falling apart. It's a cautionary tale.
The Citation was a front-wheel-drive, unibody compact hatchback and sedan on the GM X-body platform. It had a 2.5L Iron Duke I4 (90 hp) or a 2.8L V6 (110 hp) and a 4-speed manual or 3-speed auto. It had independent front suspension and a solid rear axle. It was a modern car for its time, but it was also a disaster.
The Iron Duke is bulletproof. The 2.8L V6 has intake manifold gasket issues—they leak coolant. The 3-speed auto (THM125) is okay. The build quality is poor—the interiors fall apart, the electrical system is a nightmare, and the car rusts. The Citation is a cheap used car, but it's not worth the headache.
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