2000 Chevrolet Malibu Standard review from North America
What things have gone wrong with the car?
1. Front Brakes warp. Had pads and disk replaced at; 12,000, 24,000, 37,000,and 72,000 miles. I am a mature driver that does not slam on the brakes, but slows down for a stop, therefore my brakes should last longer then this.
2. Intake manifold is starting to leak. The corner garage quoted me $880 including six hours labor to repair it. He suggested I try a stop leak product.
3. Heater lever may click back and forth between internal air and out side air. The problem started at 37,000 miles when it was out of warranty, so I did not repair it.
4. Re-glued left and right rear tail light gaskets and rear window gaskets.
5. Just two days ago, ALL dashboard instrument warning lights stayed on after starting the car. The lights finally went out, except the theft light after I drive about a mile and stepped on the brake. The theft warning light however stayed on until I arrived home and turned off the car. When I restarted the car, the instrument panel lights were normal.
General comments?
Good driving car around town and on the hi-way.
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| Year of manufacture | 2000 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | standard Automatic |
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| Comfort marks | 6 / 10 |
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| Distance when acquired | 10 miles |
| Most recent distance | 87000 miles |
| Previous car | Plymouth Reliant |
| Date of Entry | 8th February, 2004 |