General Motors has been conservative with its U.S. introduction of the Chevrolet Spark, as the city car launched this summer in only 18 metropolitan markets across the country. These areas include the likes of New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, Detroit, Austin, etc. In these locations, Chevrolet dealers moved 6,313 Sparks since its launch — well ahead of the Scion iQ and Smart ForTwo, which are similar in both size and price to the $12,995 Spark.
It has gotten to the point where the amount of orders is being increased due to demand for the vehicle. And while the Spark may not be a cash cow by any stretch, it sure is drawing in conquest buyers. GM claims that 54 percent of Spark buyers are switching from non-GM brands — with buyers being everyone from students, to seniors.
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I figured it would. I’d drive one. But with all the negative comments I see on say Motor Trend’s FaceBook news feeds, I’m really surprised they are selling as well. Seems like there is a lot of negative criticism towards this car.
I think most of the negative comments are stemming from gearheads who are far, far away from being the target market… Similar to the criticism of the interior of the Vette by those who have never owned one, yet alone driven it.
Yes Alex, you are right. Trolls will be trolls. There are so many GM cars that get bashed by ignorant people who either a. Had a bad experience with GM, or b. They are still upset over the bailout which shows they have no clue in economics. Again, I’d drive a Spark in a heartbeat.
There is allot to like about this car. It will cater to a specific segment and demographic and to people seeking a different automotive experience, you will see them being pulled by RV’s ect… I would like to see more HP or a tuning kit…
GM needs to compete in the minicar market in America, and the Chevy Spark is the solution. It is sold worldwide (I saw one in a Colombian TV show) so it has many followers and its own forum
I want to test drive one here in Puerto Rico where there are many Fiat 500 and Smarts. Then I want to buy the Spark EV and not use gas anymore.
I am happy it is making such a good entrance! I have not been in to see one but I have seen them on the road around Minneapolis. Actually, I saw the same car 4 times on the way home last week! It had the same sticker in the back window so I know it was the same one. I have not seen a pink one yet which is the color I would consider, just cuz it is different! =D
I’d rather ride my bike.
Get to biking!!!
We bought 2 new Sparks. Both LT’s, one an automatic the other a manual. We love them! I’m convinced that the Spark IS the car for the 21st century! Kudos to Chevy and the genius of Korean automotive engineering!
Wayne
All kidding aside, I saw a Subaru Libero mini bus the other day and while it looked silly I couldn’t help but think how much more efficient a big city could be if everyone drove a tiny car.
Bought one about 2 months ago. Very pleased so far. Very good gas mileage: 36 city/hwy combined. Seems well constructed. Looks better in person than in pictures. Interior looks good, the control screen is sweet, works great with Apple Iphone. Back seat is roomier than one would think. I am 6 foot 180 or so pounds and fit fine. Storage is minimal, but back seats fold flat providing decent amount of space. The engine is small, accelleration is slow, but bought the car for reliable, cheap, fun transportation. Neither my wife or I plan on racing, or zooming around roads at 120 in the desert. The critical reviews are generally car nuts that are looking for different qualities than the average American. In this economy, I do not want to tie up $28,000 plus in a car, much less two at that price.