Chevrolet Evanda: How to Remove the Bumper

Production Years and Markets

The Chevrolet Evanda is a mid-size sedan produced from 2000 to 2006. The model was developed for the Asian market, particularly for South Korea, China, and some other countries in the region. Unlike many other Chevrolet models, the Evanda was not sold in North America or Europe.

 

Model Names and Code

The official name of the model is the Chevrolet Evanda, but in some countries, it was also known as the Daewoo Tosca (after rebranding) or the Holden Epica (for the Australian market).

The car's platform was designated as the V250, and within General Motors, it was part of the GM Epsilon family, which also underpinned the Opel Vectra and Saab 9-3.

 

Model Description

Design and Dimensions

The Evanda was a spacious sedan, approximately 4.8 meters long, with a classic three-box design. Its styling was restrained, without excessive aggression, in line with Chevrolet's corporate design language of the mid-2000s.

Engines and Transmission

The car was offered with two engines:

• 2.0L (L34), 4-cylinder, 129 hp
• 2.5L (LX5), 6-cylinder, 156 hp

Both engines were paired with either a 5-speed manual or a 4-speed automatic transmission. The car was exclusively front-wheel drive.

Interior and Features

The Evanda's interior accommodated five passengers and featured a spacious rear section. Standard equipment included:

• Air conditioning
• Power windows
• Central locking
• Audio system

Higher trim levels offered leather seats, climate control, and a sunroof.

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How to Remove the Front Bumper

1. Open the hood.
2. Under the hood, unscrew the bolts and remove the headlights.
3. Remove eight push-pins and unscrew two bolts securing the upper part of the front bumper.
4. Turn the wheels to the side.
5. In the wheel arches, unscrew the bolts securing the fender liners (front part).
6. Behind the fender liners, unscrew one bolt on each side securing the corners to the fenders.
7. Remove four push-pins in the bumper grille (inserted from bottom to top).
8. With an assistant, pull the bumper forward (be careful not to tear any wires).
9. Disconnect the electrical connectors.

Alternatively, the front bumper can be removed together with the metal reinforcement. In this case, you do not need to remove the headlights or push-pins—just unscrew the four nuts (marked with blue arrows) securing the reinforcement to the body.

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How to Remove the Rear Bumper

1. Open the trunk lid.
2. Inside the trunk opening, remove four push-pins.
3. Free the side trunk trim panels.
4. Unscrew four nuts on each side and remove the rear taillights.
5. Behind the taillights, remove two push-pins on each side.
6. Inside the wheel wells, unscrew two bolts on each side securing the bumper to the fenders.
7. From underneath, unscrew two bolts and remove four push-pins securing the lower part of the rear bumper.
8. In the wheel arches, unscrew the bolts securing the rear fender liners.
9. Move the fender liners aside and unscrew one bolt on each side securing the corners to the fenders.
10. With an assistant, pull the bumper backward (be careful not to tear any wires).
11. Disconnect any electrical connectors (if present).

Alternatively, the rear bumper can be removed together with the reinforcement. In this case, you do not need to remove the taillights or push-pins—just unscrew the four bolts (marked with blue arrows) securing the reinforcement brackets to the body.

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Interesting Facts

Daewoo Rebranding

After Daewoo Motors went bankrupt in 2001, General Motors acquired some of its assets and began renaming models. The Evanda was originally developed as the Daewoo Tosca but was eventually released under the Chevrolet brand.

Connection to the Holden Epica

In Australia and New Zealand, the model was sold as the Holden Epica but with the same technical specifications. Later, the Epica received a design update, while the Evanda remained in its original form.

Short Lifespan

The model did not last long on the market. In 2006, it was replaced by the Chevrolet Epica (in other regions, the second-generation Daewoo Tosca).

Rarity in Europe

The Evanda was not officially sold in Europe, but some units may have reached Eastern European countries through gray imports.

Technical Platform

Despite belonging to the GM Epsilon platform, the Evanda used a simplified suspension (MacPherson struts in the front and a multi-link setup in the rear), distinguishing it from more expensive counterparts like the Saab 9-3.

 

Conclusion

The Chevrolet Evanda is an example of a car designed for a specific market that never gained widespread recognition. Despite modest sales, the model left its mark as a transitional link between Daewoo and Chevrolet. Today, it is a rare sight but may hold interest for collectors of Korean automobiles.