2005 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx LT V6 review from North America

I've had to replace the wiper blades (only because I do so whenever I buy a new car) and had to order the rear wiper from the dealer, but nothing has actually "gone wrong" (knock on wood). My only real complaint is that in order for the OnStar system to work, I have to pay $100 to upgrade to the digital system, as it has the analog system in it now.

I found my Malibu Maxx when I went the local Chevy dealership to look at an 06 Cobalt. I had a 2005 Ford Focus that was killing me to drive, and wanted something better. While glancing around the lot, I noticed the Maxx and took a look. It's fully loaded with Leather, Micro-suede inserts, 6 CD Changer, XM satellite radio, OnStar, Premium Sound, a DVD Player with 2 sets of wireless headphones, sunroof, and the list goes on. The price of the car was what really got me ($9950). After test driving the car, I was sold! The handling is terrific, and acceleration even better. I test drove the car during a really bad rainstorm, and took it on the Interstate. The traction control really makes a big difference. In the two weeks I've had the car, I've put about 1600 miles on it and am averaging 30 MPG city/hwy miles. The previous owners of the car bought it new at the same lot I got it from after trading it in for an 08 Malibu, and their loss is my complete gain!