1999 Chevrolet Malibu review from North America
"I hate my Chevy Malibu"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I can't even begin to remember
everything that has gone wrong with this car. It has been a nightmare.
The rotors and the brakes have been repaired twice since I have had it.
When I reach about 60 mph, there is a very high-pitched noise. There are many other noises that cannot be explained.
The air conditioner just went out. Not only does it not blow cool air, it blows hot air when it is turned off and that blows then stops then blows again.
There have been electrical problems that can't be explained.
I once had a few plastic spoons in my glove box which I surprisingly found melted to the glove box. The spoons are still there. I can't begin to understand this car.
General comments?
Every time I look at my Malibu, I just want to kick it. The trade-in value is terrible and I would and could never sell this car to someone. I will just have to take a loss to get rid of this car.
I will never buy another Chevrolet- especially a Malibu. Please take my advice and watch out for this car. It's a rip-off.
I miss my 1992 Honda Accord. And it had 211,000 miles on it!
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | Automatic |
| Performance marks | 4/10 |
| Reliability marks | 6/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 4/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 2/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 40000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 71000 miles |
| Previous car | Honda Accord |
| Date of Entry | 23rd March, 2004 |