1997 Chevrolet Malibu Sedan review from North America
"This car doesn't ask much of owners and"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Replaced front brakes and rotors at 45000 kilometers.
Replaced drive belt at 110000 k.
Rust broke out around the gas tank at 120000 k.
General comments?
The dealer met me half-way on the cost of the brake job, which made me very happy.
When the rust broke out around the gas tank, the dealer contacted G.M. General Motors then picked up half the cost of all body and paint on that whole section of the car!
The car rides and handles like a dream. I should know, being a guy from the true "muscle era" of the 70's. I got rid of those low profile tires it came with, and slapped on a set of good radial tires. What a difference!
All this car has ever asked of me is to keep it clean, and for regular maintenance.
(By the way, I was recently offered $9000.00. Not bad for a car with 135000 kilometers, EH!
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.1 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 24000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 135000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Dodge Spirit |
| Date of Entry | 14th April, 2002 |