1981 Chevrolet Malibu review from North America
"This is the best car I have owned and it was a used one at that"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Nothing, since I have owned it!
General comments?
Bought it used at a garage sale in 1994 for $800.00. Put front pads and rotors on it right away. Put front pads and rotors on it in 2004. Have never seen the rear brakes! One starter, a couple of mufflers, tires, one battery and valve stem seals. rebuilt the carb once.
Handles very well, stops on a dime and rides very smoothly.
Unfortunately the front seat is literally worn right out and there are cracks in the dash. The windshield is getting foggy around the edges.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Model Year | 1981 |
| First year of ownership | 1994 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 267 ci Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 6/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 2/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 300000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 450000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Ford Tempo |
| Date of Entry | 11th October, 2006 |