Folks, it is refreshing to know we can GET a car for about 9-10 grand without power stuff. I like not replacing power window motors and switches. Once you adjust your mirrors, they are usually good where they are. If you are crying over lack of power locks they are $100 optional feature when you add a aftermarket alarm. Same with cruise, aftermarket is like $75. What matters: good seats, good handling, space, outward vision, quality, and long term reliability.

@danielplaystation84

6 жыл бұрын

Damn fine point you got there.

@sydneydellacasa5390

6 жыл бұрын

Totally agree!

@jpusar

5 жыл бұрын

Aftermarket cruise is NOT $75. More like $300 for self install and you have to drill a bit into your steering wheel to put the knob. Plus it doesnt necesarially work as well as stock since it's kinda a hack. It tells the car to maintain speed but doesnt necesarially use the same fuel efficient methadology of a stock system. Really cruise control isn't a deal breaker. Totally livable feature, and power locks are really inexpensive to install especially with the kind of locks this car has.

@djkenny1202

4 жыл бұрын

Cruise is hardly a deal breaker. I have not used cruise once on my 15 XB. You can buy a stick steering wheel new with cruise that is plug and play on many late model/new cars. They are pretty much all wired for it since higher end models are equipped. All the Kias Rio, Soul, Forte.. just go to eBay and its $100. Pop off your stick base model wheel and put the cruise one on.

They give you the key in a box? WOW, that's it, that is the car I want.

@jbar_85

8 жыл бұрын

Lmao!😂

@iAMACUTEBITCH

7 жыл бұрын

because toyota gives you keys in plastic covers

@surfer1235678

7 жыл бұрын

the point is that people throw their phones away, chevy is basically making a cheap "disposable" car.

I'm sure many will make fun of the manual windows but remember this, those manual windows are far more robust/reliable than power windows and will probably never need to be repaired in the cars life time. My first two cars had manual windows and i thought it was junk until i had a car with power windows. $250 for the part alone plus the mechanics labor and I am now seeing the allure of manual windows especially in an economy car since that type of cars demographic will probably be lower income young people or family types.

@mykullee

8 жыл бұрын

+biggboysouth I'm honestly fine with manual windows (as I remember growing up using those in cars), but seriously, manual side mirrors and manual locks? Like, really in a 2016 car? The least they can do is add those in for maybe $250 bump in base MSRP.

@biggboysouth

8 жыл бұрын

Michael Lee Oh i have absolutely no clue what the options for this car are or the prices but the host did say they are available as an option.

@mykullee

8 жыл бұрын

biggboysouth Well, of course when you pay more, you get those standard, but why are they not a standard thing for the base trim?

@biggboysouth

8 жыл бұрын

Michael Lee It's a economy car so I will just assume to bring down the cost.

@mykullee

8 жыл бұрын

biggboysouth Chevy really couldn't add those features in economy cars where little stuff like those matter the most?

I am a college student who drives around 200-300 miles every week. I bought this car in a hurry. It's pretty affordable (11k-12k) I bought a very light blue base model. I liked the fact it was Tiny (easy to park) but still had 4 doors. I was disappointed about the manual window, not manual auto unlock (if you have the app on your phone, you can unlock drivers side from the app) the side mirrors were also manual. However it does have a rear view camera which I like a lot, I like the car play however I have an iPhone and you can only see the apple map on the screen. Apple map is not that reliable and I wish I could use google map instead. I took a road trip from austin to San Francisco with this. The Gallon only holds about 9 gallons and it could be troublesome in some lonely highways. We had to constantly make sure we had it full and we got gas even if the tank had more than half at some places to be safe. If you stop at a stop sign it takes a bit time to get speed. Same thing if you are going up hill (just be on the right lane so people can go around you) Overall for a college student or a single driver living in a city it's not bad. Again, my car is the base model, you can get upgraded ones for a grand or 2 extra I believe.

@sailatonny

7 жыл бұрын

Not complaining, stating what I dislike. Obviously these were not too big of an issue for me as I bought it. I stated what I liked, disliked and how much I paid so it might benefit someone on the market. A review is not a complain and you surely do not have to complain about what other thinks or not.

@excalibur6405

7 жыл бұрын

Are u on Insta?

@sailatonny

7 жыл бұрын

Dan, seems like you replied to me and it was marked spam for some reason. AGAIN, I did not complain. Stated good and the bad for this and obviously the goods weighed much more than the bad so I bought it. I like my car but it's not perfect and I have no shame in admitting it. If you are happy with yours great!! No need to bash other people for saying the things they enjoyed less.

@excalibur6405

7 жыл бұрын

Got ignored :(

@sailatonny

7 жыл бұрын

yes I am, but not sure why are you interested on that.

automatic headlights? but a manual windows lol

@kylerider5519

8 жыл бұрын

Cause of safety being more important

@buildmorefarms1007

8 жыл бұрын

manual windows on the base trim only

@djkenny1202

7 жыл бұрын

I like manual windows less problems. Less cost, too.

@jpusar

3 жыл бұрын

Spark base is the oddest duck in the world. Had one before I got T boned by an 18 wheeler (luckily this car is much safer than it looks). Though all the doors are ‘manual’, the front driver door is automatic. You can open it ONLY through the Chevy app...or if you buy a Chevy key fob and program it. Rest of the doors are manual. Same for the trunk door. It’s automatic...but you can’t open it automatically. Car has just 2 speakers...yes just 2. Which is fine, but the built in speakers are inadequate and will burn out quickly since you need to put it loud. But you get CarPlay which is a huge safety feature imo. Nothing more dangerous than a mounted smartphone GPS that can become a distraction if a pothole or something bounces it off the dash. Still recommend it if you can get it for 10k or so. Amazing deal for a brand new car. Plus the new model gives you 4 speakers lol

I used to hate this guy but he did an awesome job in this review, good job on the hard work.

@MandusahRamirez

3 жыл бұрын

He’s come a long way. He’s one of the best now

Good job Sami, excellent review. What a world of difference this video review is compared to some of your early ones. You've come a long way since then my friend. Kudos.

I had a 2013 for 5 years, it's perfect for UberEATS/ food delivery. I can't wait to buy my next one.

I just bought one, total base model like in the video. the car so so narrow you can reach the passenger side window handles while driving. The gears in the manual are so close you can skip 4th in the city without it bogging. and manual windows and door locks is nice less stuff to replace after continual usage (window motors, door actuators/switches)

@michaeloffgrid

8 жыл бұрын

Sounds like exactly what I want. A cheap gas saver to get to work and around town on. How is the feel of it? I'm coming from an 05 Wrangler, so anything is going to feel like luxury to me.

@voodoobluetaco

8 жыл бұрын

it feels great. i drove it up to 110mph yesterday on my way to work and drove that speed for about 5 miles and not once did it feel scary.

@michaeloffgrid

8 жыл бұрын

Well I couldn't get anywhere with a local Chevy dealership, so I ended up buying a 2015 Hyundai Accent. Thanks for the response though! And be safe! lol

@buildmorefarms1007

8 жыл бұрын

Is the manual fun to drive? Does the car handle well/sporty?

@voodoobluetaco

8 жыл бұрын

I haven't had the opportunity to take it on a auto-x course so I cant answer. theres very little that makes the vehicle sporty to begin with so im not sure that particular word fits this vehicle.

Is that a joke with the box with the key in it?

this would be a cool commuter around the city! I love the manual windows

The Thpark

@KevinRodriguez-ck8gn

8 жыл бұрын

Omg 😂😂😂

@positivewarrior5206

8 жыл бұрын

Hahaha *tears*

@chelseafc8126

7 жыл бұрын

LOOOOL XDDD

@iAMACUTEBITCH

7 жыл бұрын

i tho awethome

@JuneEclipse

6 жыл бұрын

I no get it 😥

This is the Spark LS(base) version, the LT version, at least in the US, comes with power windows, cruise control, power mirrors, etc...

One thing he didnt mention is that the base model only has 2 Speakers, 2! Maybe 4 if you have the dash speakers also My friend bought it new from the lot and that's the first thing we discovered.

Manual windows and locks is kinda refreshing. Also, (and nothing harsh whatsoever), is his lisp getting better? lol

@christianleblanc2842

8 жыл бұрын

My household has a 2016 LS CVT, and all the manual bits seem to make sense in this modest little car.

What a tedious day, man. If you felt as if you saved your day and any of ours' after reviewing that, I'm glad for you.

This reviewer has come a long way. Nice video.

So does all the Autoguide staff work at the vertical scope building at 111 peter?

yeah i have the chevy spark ls but its good on gas and you also can travel because we went to Mississippi

Soon enough, we will move in canada and my mom will buy this to me. I am so EXCITED!!!

nice review. my daughter is graduating next year and this might be a good first vehicle

This car has android auto and apple car play standard but no auto windows? LMAO what are priorities

@lizzsszzy7800

8 жыл бұрын

They had to remove those features in order to get the screen with all the tech without raising the price.

@buildmorefarms1007

8 жыл бұрын

It is an economy car but they know that young people will buy it.

@djkenny1202

7 жыл бұрын

I would prefer these items over PW. Those fail over time anyway.

@JonBoy470

7 жыл бұрын

Speaking as someone who bought one of these, it has a touch screen, backup camera, 10 airbags, one power lock on the driver door only, and built in Wifi hot spot to go with the crank up windows.

@gibbyjones1040

4 жыл бұрын

i own a 2019 LS 5 speed manual. coolest car ever. i bought it BECAUSE of manual everything. it is the only old school small car left. everyone else (honda, toyota) went upscale, following the herd.

Standard reversing camera, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay but manual windows, mirrors and locks? Interesting, I guess music and podcasts are a higher priority then remote locking to those not into cars?

Manual windows in 2016? Really? Really? My dads 1994 car has automatic windows...

@kevinrodriguez4658

7 жыл бұрын

but it's the base model get the higher one and you'll get automatic

@djkenny1202

7 жыл бұрын

But this is an economy car. I personally wish they still offered the option to not have the once was an option of PW. When the motors go out or you need to replace switches it can be a PITA. Plus they cost more. Back as early as 2002 I could buy a Honda Accord DX with no PW, PL, or AC for 12 grand, New. Great nice car for the price or lesser car loaded with stuff I do not need. My preference. But all the same, why not get a simple cheap car as simple and cheap as you want?

I love the lack of electric components ...... I got one today with 44,000 miles on it and it drives beautifully. If your a minimalist like myself this car is a steal !!!!! Idgaf what a car has on the frills I care about how much it costs and what's that gas milage etc. Dudes out here in gas guzzlers they paid an arm and a leg for in 2018,2019 out here panicking these days lmao 😂😆 I've first hand witnessed it

Those rear movable seats look very flimsy

Sería el reemplazo perfecto para mi viejo Geo Metro. Interesantes características las que tiene. No me importa que tenga vidrios manuales, estoy más que acostumbrado. Con el tráfico que hay en mi país, la transmisión CVT, sería la mejor opción

I'm tired of hearing people call the car "cheap" and list its perceived shortcomings. Those jaded reviewers are judging the car against standards that it was never intended to meet.

The key in the box really is a nice touch!

Add a turbo or a longer strokes or both, and make a hothatch?

no power lock and windows... like living in the 80s

@lowerlevel2398

8 жыл бұрын

It's only 3 feet wide. How hard is it to wind a window down? lol.

@jamesgjt

8 жыл бұрын

Lower Level try close the rear right side window without crawling over your seat or get out of the car

@buildmorefarms1007

8 жыл бұрын

I love the 80s!

@djkenny1202

7 жыл бұрын

I drove a 2002 Accord DX new, it had no AC, PW, or PL. A great deal and less shit to go wrong.

@blaneblue1739

4 жыл бұрын

@@djkenny1202 My 2001 Camry has all those things and they still work like new, a/c is still ice cold.

PEOPLE: auto windows and locks are standard on the upper trims. He should have mentioned that.

Is that Wil Wheaton?

@ThisGuyRides

8 жыл бұрын

Will Wheaton and Shia Labouf had a love child.

I've driven one- last Saturday I got one as a service rental, they are really OK only with Automatic...

Literally my dream car

Auto headlights, Android Auto / Apple CarPlay, and a rearview camera are standard but you'll still have to crank the windows and unlock the car with an actual key? People who are tech focused probably won't overlook basic power features that should be standard on all trims. Such a glaring flaw for a vehicle that aims to be tech focused IMO, but it looks nice! Anything was better than that Halo-esque golf cart with 3 ft headlights they used to sell.

@lizzsszzy7800

8 жыл бұрын

They had to remove those features in order to get the screen with all the tech without raising the price.

I was looking at a used one for a work vehicle. I was drawn to this because it still has a physical key and little to no features. I don’t like all the new tech they put into these newer vehicles, they don’t last as long and are incredibly expensive to fix compared to something like a 2000s-2010s vehicle

@gregnixon1296

Жыл бұрын

I agree with you 100%. The more complicated the car is...the more there is to break and be expensive to repair.

There was no reporting on acceleration or braking or cornering. This is a car review?

Sssank you for siss great review! Very ssorough!

are you sure it's not a 2006 car with some upgrades?

16km/Li Fuel consumption rate?

Opel Karl in Europe. 1.0 75HP 3-pot

The main reason I want to buy this car is because I'm a firm believer that just because you can buy something expensive doesn't mean you should. I'd like to spent half the money on a car but will it fall apart on me after just a few years ? And will the slow acceleration drive me absolutely crazy? Probably

Love the Color

Kalamata olives ftw

I liked the older design better. Now it looks like an econobox. I know it is better, but they could get a bit edgier with the design.

Love the color

I think these cars look kinda attractive in person in the right color and trim.

The rear lights are the same as Opel Karl/Vauxhall Viva. You know GM has Opel ,Vauxhall ,Chevrolet and many other... ;)

@colmc

7 жыл бұрын

Tomasz Spytkowski it's basically the same car as the Opel Karl/Vauxhall Viva: same production line in GM's Korean operation with some differing design and engines etc

Chevy sparks are nice cars. I have 1 on sale for 8k. Only 900 miles. 2015 model.

Is it noisy inside the cabin like the successor 2013 model ( I had one and sold it after 5 months from the day I purchased it ) , I can't talk to the person in the passenger seat in a highway! Which is annoying As f#$k. Is it noisy or is it fixed ?? (2016 model)

@AmericanSirenProductions

8 жыл бұрын

I just got mine and it's really quiet

@buildmorefarms1007

8 жыл бұрын

No it is very quiet and much improved.

@ubuntuforever

7 жыл бұрын

I own a Spark 2013. I guess I got used to the noise driving on the highway. I'm glad they fixed that on the newer model.

That person could be Will Wheatons twin lol.

Oh, Millennials. I have to open the door for the passenger. Awwwwwe, that is soooo difficult.

@ELP1125

5 жыл бұрын

djkenny Millenials were raised to think they were special and that they could become anything they dreamed of, and then after graduating they found that Boomers had let millions of jobs slip out of the country, iGen'ers have seen this, and are far more cautious and less optimistic and maybe less naive.

@djkenny1202

4 жыл бұрын

Truth. Agreed, from fellow Xer.

How tall are you sir? I am amazed that a grown man can fit in that car.

@eenchantress5113

3 жыл бұрын

Lol

It comes with standard Apple CarPlay but it doesn't have power locks? And what do you need a box for a cheap ass key like that? I would go for the Fiat 500. It comes standard with power windows, locks, mirrors, and a USB and AUX input, AND a leather wrapped steering wheel. Something that can't be said for any other car in this segment.

a surprisingly good review

@josh6499

8 жыл бұрын

Not surprising at all. Autoguide is the best!

My boyfriend totally wants this car. I think he's gonna buy it. I want a smart car, but NOOO, he wants a 4 man car. It's not like we have any friends.

@charkswitlazers

7 жыл бұрын

Kalinda Life I'll be your friend

The last ten looks so much better this thing is like what

I expect to see my local 33 year old pizza delivery guy, driving this car. He still lives at home with his mom, but he will sell you a little wacky- tobacky if you know the secret code word.

@jacobchapman9525

8 жыл бұрын

I expect to see a Dodge Durango in a rental fleet.

@ivanlowjones

8 жыл бұрын

JJ JJ​ You may see quite a few SXT and Limited models in their fleets. I doubt any top trim R/T or Citadel models though. Fact is, almost every make and model of newer cars can be rented in an airport fleet rental lot. I've seen Mercedes, BMW, Cadillac, etc in rental lots. Your point is....?

@resplendentwitticism

7 жыл бұрын

hahahahaha

@firebug3256

7 жыл бұрын

*knock knock....knock.....knock knock knock* "Do you have any drugs?"

pretty nice lil car

98 HP is much better than last gen.

@ARentz07

8 жыл бұрын

+Stark Thank goodness... Having driven a rental Spark, I would say it would have been MUCH more fun to drive if it had ~15 more HP, which this one does. That thing was pretty darn slow.

@Kylo_Ren_2033

8 жыл бұрын

ARentz07 I always want to try one of these but had no chance.

i like that car

The Chevy Spark is a very beautiful car to me

He reminds me of Elton Castee

1) 1:07 - Use the handbrake, man. 2) VO when you are in the frame, especially when your lips moving, is just bad editing, fits the car I guess. 3) The beard works for you.

This or Mitsubishi Mirage ?

they removed all the charm that was the original.

@cjdacka

8 жыл бұрын

+Mrchevy baja The original had no charm mate. It was cheap Korean junk designed by Daewoo back in the day. This one is designed from the ground up by GM Korea (not Daewoo) and engineering by Holden in Australia.

@MrChevybaja

8 жыл бұрын

i disagree! i loved the front styling of the OG. This just looks dated and Mitsubishi mirage boring esque :)

@mykullee

8 жыл бұрын

+Mrchevy baja Wonder if the manual is like churning butter still. Those long throws, and lousy shift gate. Not saying it's bad, but just old-fashioned manual.

@PaulHojda

8 жыл бұрын

GM Korea is Daewoo mate. The same people that worked at Daewoo motors now work under GM Korea. And I also think the older one looked more interesting and had more personality

@buildmorefarms1007

8 жыл бұрын

No way! They made this car fun and somewhat sporty. I was surprised at how fun it was to drive!

Well you don't get a base price of $13,535 by offering a loaded car.

You didn't say the MSRP...

I didn't get that box

How much did GM pay you?

Where is the Trunk Release?

You will be stuck at 36 to 38 mpg whether auto or 5 speed manual. You wont get 40. still good though.

No mention of the price :(

@MarkJones-fu5kb

3 жыл бұрын

I think they range in the 8-13k range

Sami!

Yea tech, drive it in snow and ice. The dash will light up like a christmas tree with that stability control display. The ABS is a joke on the ice, I believe I would be in a death trap on the highway. Drive it at your own risk.

Dude why no price???

Is it a hyundai i10?

@mykullee

8 жыл бұрын

+Nick Ito uh... no?

@showtaito1075

8 жыл бұрын

Michael Lee i just thought the chassis were same

The base price of the car was never mentioned.

@lizzsszzy7800

8 жыл бұрын

It's $13,535.

@yeihezzel1

8 жыл бұрын

I rewatched it again and I still haven't seen anywhere in the video of the price being mentioned.

@jacobchapman9525

8 жыл бұрын

$9995 here in Canada plus freight

I never really did like the Spark, but wow did they make it super bland looking compared to the last one.

I don't know about GM buyers but it's 2016 and I'd rather have power locks and power windows over Car Play or Android Auto

@djkenny1202

7 жыл бұрын

Not me. I don't like how those can fail. I will take the technology that brings more fun and info.

people who like technology also like electric windows and automatic door locks

why wouldn't you buy a last gen Mazda 2 and just install a GPS in it?( that's what I did)

@buildmorefarms1007

8 жыл бұрын

Mazda 2 manual transmission is a very fun car!

manual windows... ok. No power locks, and manual mirrors? what

Good for a young person wanting a new car warranty

Am I the only one who thinks this guy looks like Will Wheaton?

fffffspark is affwesome

I'm so confused. I thought this was an electric car? 40mpg? What?

The Thpark is a perfect thity car

Looks similar to the suzuki celerio

it's 2022 and they want 16 Grand for this car with over 40,000 MI. what's this world come to 🙄

All that packaging just for the car keys? :/

@kylerider5519

8 жыл бұрын

Don't underestimate how much people enjoy opening presents lol

Sooooooo it's a car from the early 2000s that has an upgraded stereo. Okay then.

I clicked off on manual windows!

he has a strong lisp

@whatthehell1338

8 жыл бұрын

Yeah he does I'm surprised they let him review cars. It seems very unprofessional to me.

@qmont99

8 жыл бұрын

+whatthehell1338 I don't think it's unprofessional, many people in the world have lisp.

I love Autoguide but I really dislike this lil girly car...chevy should give'em away to all ladies at all major college campuses across America.

Cmon Chevy, at least put in some projectors.

I mean....a Mitsu Mirage is cheaper, gets better fuel economy, and has more shit(except apple carplay and android auto)? Power windows and locks are kinda important...

@djkenny1202

7 жыл бұрын

Why? I would choose better driving experience, a little more fun and handling and arguably styling... over PW, PL.

@MJ4cars97

7 жыл бұрын

It rains a lot where I live so getting wet while you physically unlock the door isn't nice, I speak of experience haha; either way, there's not much having fun in either one of them..they're not meant for fun. This is why I spent my money on an 06 Mazda6 Wagon, it's so much nicer xD

The box-key-thing is fail!!! The car is cheap. Not a bentley.

Haha nah, Ill stick with my Mitsubishi Mirage. I actually need my car to hit 175k trouble free miles.