1981 Chevrolet Impala review from North America
"Like A Rock"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The starter went out at 178,000 miles. It cost about $35 to replace. It takes a while to do it yourself because of the exhaust piping.
The roof liner is sinking down. Cost to repair is $10.
The windshield wipers stick in the on position, minor problem about $25 to replace motor and wiper lever.
The tires continue to wear, probably because of the power. I also do brake stands so that could be the reason why.
General comments?
Last Summer I got new shocks and springs on my car and it rides as if I was floating on a cloud, even when fishtailing out of parking lots or over curbs.
The power and gas mileage is great, although my dash only goes to 85mph, I have gotten it up to about 118mph by racing my other friends on the freeway.
This car is indestructible, I was doing donuts in a parking lot and when I came out of my last one, I hit a garbage can, probably doing 30-40mph. The only damage that occurred was to my bumper guard, which snapped.
Recommended Reviews:
  | This car is an affordable luxury for anyone who loves to drive. |
| My car is the best of all cars |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 305 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 10/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 0/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 105000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 178000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 3rd August, 2004 |