2012 Chevy Sonic LT 1.4T 6-speed Manual 180K Miles

[Marv]

As my first vehicle, I have been passed down a 2012 Chevy Sonic with 180K miles that my mother bought new in 2012. All routine maintenance has been performed at the Chevrolet dealership. The only thing that has been replaced is the valve cover because the PCV went bad. I had the option of the Sonic or a 1998 4.3L V6 Automatic S-10, but I love driving a manual, and the bells and whistles that a 2012 has over a 1998 is nice. Thoughts? I recently ordered a cold air intake and a Trifecta Turbo Advantage tune for it.

 

[CarGuyNeil]

Let me know about the tune. Curious...

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[EVOX_SPEED3]

Had a 2012 1.4 as well. (Traded in last year)

Since it was the first year for 1.4 turbo, look for the following:

Coolant leak
Plugs sticking to coil pack

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[Marv]

CAI and tune have made the car much more drivable and it feels like it has more get up and go than before. I definitely recommend the tune, car still running great at about 180,600k.

 

[Smashley23]

You have a pretty cool Mom!!

 

[skurtov]

You need to fix the PCV. That's the first and foremost thing.

 

[Marv]

You need to fix the PCV. That's the first and foremost thing.

How can you tell if it needs fixing?