1979 Chevrolet Malibu Classic review from North America
"A great body style that asks to be powerful"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
My headliner started to sag.
Little rust on the back window.
General comments?
The car was a victim of the "gas shortage" issue of the early 70's.
But fortunately Chevrolet left enough old school in the car to work with.
I puchased it in 1986 when I was 17.
Over the years I installed a 400 small block and 350 trans, and many other stronger links without many modifications.
It handled all with the might of the true muscle cars that came before.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| First year of ownership | 1986 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2000 |
| Engine and transmission | 305 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 6/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 10/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 70000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 300000 miles |
| Previous car | Chevrolet Suburban |
| Date of Entry | 21st May, 2006 |