1999 Chevrolet Malibu Base review from North America
"OK for its price"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
At about 30000, the steering wheel started jerking and vibrating.
General comments?
At about 30000, the steering wheel started jerking and vibrating when I make turns. I took the car to dealership and they told me some power steering tube got air in it. That cost me 150 Cdn.
Right now at around 50000 Km, I start to hear squeaking sounds coming from my passenger sides. I read some of the reviews here and it sounds like struts are going.
I used to have a Toyota Pickup. Despite how people want to say GM has improved, the way I see it. they are still far behind the Japanese.
This is a good car for the price you paid for, but next time I rather pay a little bit more to get a worry free Honda or Toyota.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.4 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 6/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 9/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 300 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 50000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Toyota Pickup |
| Date of Entry | 23rd April, 2003 |