2003 Chevrolet Impala Sedan review from North America
"Thinking I can get 8-9 years at 30,000 miles/year"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Nothing wrong so far. Had brakes inspected at 45,000 miles and was told that there was more than 50% on all 4. Hope to get 90,000 miles on my brakes. So far only replaced fuel filter at 45,000 miles.
Didn't know that I had a cabin air filter until I was told I needed a new on at 35,000 miles by the oil change shop.
General comments?
I put in a K&N air filter at 15,000 miles and my MPG on a 900 mile drive to Denver increased to 33.5 MPG.
I actually purchased this car in November 2002 but it is a 2003 Model.
No anti-lock brakes and no aluminum rims so I can keep my maintenance costs lower.
I am hoping to do the S belt, brakes, tires, transmission flush, plugs and wires, alignment, and maybe radiator flush at 90,000-100,000 miles.
I shouldn't have bought that stupid GAP insurance that the salesman proposed before talking to my regular insurance agent. Another sales ripoff of $299.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.4 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 10/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 10/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 52000 miles |
| Previous car | Chevrolet Malibu |
| Date of Entry | 16th July, 2004 |