2001 Chevrolet Impala LS review from North America
"A 4 Wheel Disaster Waiting to Happen"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
- Transmission had to be completely rebuilt
- Per dealer Steering rack needs replacement
- Per dealer right front axle needs replacement
- Cooling system leaks - specifically plenum gasket
- Defective electrical system (lights blink sporadically)
General comments?
Warranty was to 36,000 Major problems arose at 38,000.
The transmission issue is an extremely dangerous one for obvious reasons.
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| The only vehicle I ever regretted buying |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 2001 |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.8 V6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 4 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 2 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 4 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 1 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 0 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 35 miles |
| Most recent distance | 50000 miles |
| Previous car | Chevrolet Lumina |
| Date of Entry | 13th May, 2003 |