1998 Chevrolet Malibu LS review from North America
"A rotten excuse for an Amrican made car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The A/C switch went bad with in the first three months. Rear suspension started squeaking as if it were never lubed. Air leak in cabin creating a high pitch noise at highway speed. Dash lights started burning out after two years. Alternator went bad at around 62500 miles. Fuel gage went bad at the same time as the alternator. Valve started making a tapping noise around 73000 miles.
General comments?
When we first bought this car, we were impressed with engine performance, handling, and standard features. we quickly became disappointed with how soon the problems occurred.
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| If you are good with cars this car is great! |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 1998 |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.1 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 6 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 2 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 6 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 6 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 3 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 7 miles |
| Most recent distance | 77548 miles |
| Previous car | Pontiac Sunfire |
| Date of Entry | 27th July, 2003 |