2004 Chevrolet Optra LT review from Malaysia
"A new breed growing well in Malaysia"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Cup Holder clip broke on the first day. (Rectified and replaced).
Whining Sound from engine. (Bearing replaced).
Wind noise at 110km/hour. (Paned re-glued and rectified).
Air Conditioned compressor sound when pressed the accelerator. (Still awaiting parts to be replaced).
Tyre Noise. (Not under warranty).Therefore I have to resource other 'silence type' tyre by myself.
General comments?
This car comes with Full Time Traction Control. It controls handling very well. Even a suspension was tuned nicely just like Lotus handling.
Cabin is seriously nice until those who sat in my car felt like it has no Korean car feeling. Legroom is spacious for front and back.
The engine derived from Holden.Rough, but tough. Somehow rather the engine timing has been advanced. Add some X1-R will soften the engine noise. Be careful with the type of fuel used for the engine. Lower fuel quality caused the engine to knock.Means, be careful with the petrol station you used. They may add some substance and it will reduce the fuel quality. OR buy octane booster.
Agent: No comment.
MAIN COMMENT:Dealer need to justify the promotion.'Quiet' car. A brochure shows the car in the philharmonic hall is not quite right. I can feel wind noise at 100km/h and tyre noise need to be rectified.
Customer: Technical knowledge needed. With the knowledge you will know how good is this car. I learned myself.
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| I definitely do not recommend the Chevy Optra |
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 2005 |
| Year of manufacture | 2004 |
| First year of ownership | 2005 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 74 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 12000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Proton Satria |
| Date of Entry | 28th September, 2005 |