1999 Chevrolet Malibu review from North America
"Don't buy it, it will bring you trouble"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
EBCM (Electronic Brake Control Module) failed a few months after buying the car due to road salt intrusion, replaced with used unit ($250 cdn).
Fuel tank had to be replaced at about 100000 km due to rust perforation on top ($350 cdn).
Both front hub and bearing assemblies replaced with good aftermarket SKF brand units, $165 cdn each.
Had to drill drain holes in taillight assemblies to allow water to drain out.
Replaced right front strut bearing.
Replaced rotors/drums/shoes/pads.
Car is now on third blower control resistor pack, $60 cdn each time.
General comments?
Comfortable car, has had it's share of problems, will definitely be the last GM product I ever buy. After suffering with a 1992 Lumina and then spending a fair bit of money on this one, my wife and I will be buying a Mazda 3 as soon as we can manage. No wonder GM is in trouble and Delphi is bankrupt, with the poor quality cars and components they keep producing.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model year | 1999 |
| Year of manufacture | 1999 |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.4 Litre Twin Cam Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 86000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 123000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Chevrolet Lumina |
| Date of Entry | 18th October, 2005 |