2003 Chevrolet Malibu review from North America
"Good at the start, pain as you get going"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I have only had this car for 2 months. It was perfect when I got it. This past Friday, I went out for dinner. When I got back in the car and put the key in the ignition, it wouldn't turn. We tried everything and it still didn't work. Had it towed to the dealership that sold it to me. When I got there, they claimed that the ignition cylinder needed to be cleaned as somehow dirt had caused the key to not click so it would turn. $200.00 already and I have only had it 2 months. Anyone else had this problem? In my previous 4 cars, this has never ever happened. Why now. Why this one. What is so screwed up about the 2003 Malibu that this happens. It was beyond embarrasing to have to call a friend to pick me up so I could have my car towed to the dealership. All things considered...
General comments?
- dirt somehow gets into the ignition cylinder. How?
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Model Year | 2003 |
| First year of ownership | 2007 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2007 |
| Engine and transmission | Automatic |
| Performance marks | 6/10 |
| Reliability marks | 6/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 35102 miles |
| Most recent distance | 42324 miles |
| Previous car | Pontiac Grand Am |
| Date of Entry | 12th November, 2007 |