2000 Chevrolet Malibu LS review from Mexico
"Great Value, Great Car. Reliable"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Just a few minor details went wrong, nothing important, first the wiper's reservoir tank leaks and I have to refill it every week.
The CD stereo was replaced under warranty because it kept displaying an "error" message, but GM replaced it.
On a hot summer day once the coolant's reservoir tank spilled over half the coolant's liquid, I just refilled it with regular Prestone liquid and it never happened again. It happened only once 1 year ago.
I had to replace the battery 2 years ago because the positive pole was broken, I can't tell how that happened, but can't blame it on GM, maybe on a routine manteinance came loose.
The rear bumper is very strong, last year while going in reverse I accidentally crashed at low speed a VW bug sedan, the VW door and fender was completely smashed as if it was made of paper unlike my rear bumper was nearly intact, you can't tell it crashed ever, my insurance company paid the VW owner, but I'm amazed how well my Malibu did hold together.
Overall this car works great.
General comments?
Great car, Great Value. I love my Malibu.
It always works, I never have to worry about having any kind of mechanical problems, it's very reliable.
The front seats are comfortable, the back seat is not so comfortable, but the interior space is huge for a car of its class.
The suspension feels like you're floating on air compared to Dodge Stratus. Very comfortable ride.
I really liked this car.
I'm saving to buy a 2005 Malibu.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 2000 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.1 V6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 0 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 12000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Dodge Stratus |
| Date of Entry | 18th April, 2004 |