2001 Chevrolet Malibu LS review from North America
"Nice car, but poor service record"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
40000 miles - Replaced Front Hub
52000 miles - Replaced Lock Cylinder
57000 miles - Need to replace
Intake Manifold
Serpentine Belt
Ignition Wiring.
Numerous brake repairs.
General comments?
Nice-sized sedan.
Handles fairly well, and has good acceleration and horsepower.
Not happy with amount spent on repairs.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Model year | 2001 |
| Year of manufacture | 2001 |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.1 V6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 4 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 9600 miles |
| Most recent distance | 57000 miles |
| Previous car | Chevrolet Cavalier |
| Date of Entry | 20th January, 2006 |