1997 Chevrolet Malibu review from North America
"Just a light years behind Toyotas or Hondas"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Many things are just plain wrong with these cars. Intake gasket - transmission leak - A/C - brakes as I owned many cars same size, same use, I never spend so much on brakes.
The spring coil driver side just broke! For no reason. I knew then that was happening with many Malibus... The car starting to rust very early. Wheel aligment out of this world and... I am the only passenger, a 170lbs person!!!
Do not buy any of 1997-2004 Malibus; they're just lemons.
General comments?
Not a reliable car - good on gas (and that's about it)
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model Year | 1998 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.1 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 5/10 |
| Reliability marks | 2/10 |
| Comfort marks | 6/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 2/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 2/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 135000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 164000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Buick Regal |
| Date of Entry | 11th June, 2008 |