Am very happy with my car and would not want to get rid of it
There is a lot that I love about my car but there are some things that I do not like also. The problems that I have and which are known to Malibu's is that the rear power windows both stopped working, almost at the same time, It also has an irritating, vibrating noise on the dashboard at times, which is probably something minor, and will get it checked out along with the windows at some point.
My likes for the car is just about everything. It is quite a small, 4 door sedan, with a 4 cylinder engine, but it runs lovely, and the body is I think, stylish. It is royal blue in color and has a cloth convertible type roof, which is only there for show.
The seats are cloth and it is very comfortable to drive, even on long distances (which have done several times.) There is plenty of leg room and it also has a decent sized trunk, enough to get a couple of suitcases in when needed.
My car runs very smoothly at low and higher speeds, and as yet, apart from the couple issues it has that I mentioned above, apart from the usual routine maintenance, have never had to have any major repairs done on it. I have put the small round mirrors on the corner of each side mirrors which covers any blind spots.
When I went to the showroom to buy the car in 2007, it caught my eye almost instantly, and was the only one of its kind, especially with the lovely color. People have commented to me many times what a lovely looking car it is, I am very proud of it.
Concerning mileage, it is very good, at about 25 mpg. It takes about 15 gallons of gas to fill up, and that will last me a couple weeks, which I am pleased about.
I just love the performance of my car. When needed it can pick up speed very well, without shaking or groaning. It brakes very well and handles great in wet weather. I always feel safe when driving it, in whatever conditions.
I have had other make cars in the past, but the Malibu I have to say is the best I have driven. I do not like driving too much, but have to say that it is a pleasure driving my car. I feel safe when on the road.
AM
Lemon Grove, Florida
3.0
Electrical Nightmare
The car was purchased from new back in 2008. It was economical and not insanely priced so after much deliberation, this was the car I ended up deciding on. We went ahead and got the royal blue color along with the grey roof, which we thought was a nice touch to the vehicle.
On the test drive, it handled well. There was enough power to zip about but it was not overkill.
Ashley
Georgetown, South Carolina
5.0
Most Reliable!
The Chevrolet Malibu was the best investment that me and my family ever decided to make. Most used cars are on their last leg whenever they make their way to you, but this car was just getting ready for its purpose as a family car. With over 200,000 miles when we started driving, the only thing it has ever needed was gas! Driving about 50 miles one way, has proved to be nothing less of an everyday drive for my "Mali"(as we like to call her). The air conditioner has worked since we bought it, the heater will toast your right out of your clothes, and comfort level is nothing more than just a peace of mind for me and my family.
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