2008 Chevrolet Impala Consumer Discussions

chevy impala "REDUCED ENGINE POWER" message

• Traction Control Malfunction/Reduced Engine Power/Check Engine Light On

  Written by: heather85 on Apr 7, 2012 12:50:54 PM

  I have a 2008 Chevy Impala LT. I have had this car since October 2011. There was approx. 68,000 miles on it when I got it. Ever since I have had the car the dash has flashed 'Traction Control Malfunction' followed by 'Reduced Engine Power' then the check engine light would come on. I would pull over, turn the car off, and let it sit for at least a minute. When ... Read More

• reduced engine power

  Written by: chvylvrnot on Mar 27, 2012 6:02:34 PM

  i own a 2008 chevy impala lt 3.9 lt flex fuel it barely has 84000 mile on it. The darn thing is really teeing me off ive replaced 4 sets of tires on this heap and hub bearings struts and almost every other suspension part you can name, to no avail. I am so mad i could spit i wish chevy would recall like they did for the police and govt. ... Read More

• Re: Engine shut off on highway. Very annoyed with Chevy right now! [madchevyguy]

  Written by: rmwhitta on Mar 9, 2012 7:49:57 PM

  I bought a 2008 Impala a year ago. I have about 67,000 mls on it, and in the past couple of months I have had a lot of trouble keeping it on the road in wet conditions. I started hearing a rubbing noise in the steering and a chirping noise while backing up when I turn the wheel all the way (both ways), and clunking noises when I turn. Chevy dealer ... Read More

Chevrolet Impala Transmission Problems

• Re: 07' Impala Transmission Slip (pressure solenoid) [esdrvr]

  Written by: bolts2 on Apr 23, 2012 6:32:37 PM

  I have a 2008 Chevy Impala with almost the exact problem you had. The car only has 67,000 miles with an extended warranty. I called GM customer service after 2 trips to the dealer. They tried a 3rd time and couldn't duplicate the slipping transmission problem. They also denied that the service bulletin (06-07-30-023C) included the 2008 Impala. Could you please tell me where you received the information that includes the ... Read More

2006 Impala LT 3.5L V6 Oil Consumption

• Re: 2008 Impala 3.5 using 3+ quarts per oil change ! [oileatingchevy]

  Written by: oileatingchevy on Apr 20, 2012 5:15:14 AM

  Update I made the signs for the car, my UNHAPPY CHEVY OWNER picket sign. I parked in front of 4 of the biggest Chevy dealer around. In 5 mins they came running out to talk to me, after 15 mins more talking total around 20 mins at each dealer They said they will make calls, then on to the next. I told them I was not mad at them they just ... Read More

• 2008 Impala 3.5 using 3+ quarts per oil change !

  Written by: oileatingchevy on Mar 28, 2012 3:12:29 PM

  Car dont leak any oil, no oil in cooling system, so must be burning it, even if you dont see it smoking out the exhaust. the dealer said the plugs were dry ! To me if its being burned up by the heat in the catalytic converters, they must be caking up inside. I have read by others that they seam to notice more oil consumption closer to the time of ... Read More

Chevrolet Impala heavy oil consumption

• Unhappy owner of oil drinking 2008 Impala

  Written by: oileatingchevy on Mar 28, 2012 9:45:37 AM

  Too much BS going on ! My 2008 Impala will suck the oil pan dry long before its due for a oil change. Same story taking car in for 20 min sit & wait, to check oil every 500 miles. The wife drives it to work 80 expressway miles round trip a day, plus her other shopping so almost 100 miles a day. Its sitting at the dealer day 2 now ... Read More

chevy impala "REDUCED ENGINE POWER" message

• Re: Engine shut off on highway. Very annoyed with Chevy right now! [kirstie_h]

  Written by: madchevyguy on Jan 7, 2012 11:08:10 PM

  Same problem. Brought a 2008 Chevy Impala for a more reliable car. After 50,00 miles. Service Traction problems. I have to shut the car off for 1 minute. Then it drives fine. But whenever the street is wet . Forget about it. Also something with the suspension eats up tires quick. Just brought tires a year ago and may need new ones. I have always been a chevy guy. But after ... Read More

06 Chevy Impala/ Heat goes out when I stop

• Re: 2008, heat goes out when stopped [susan5042]

  Written by: klrss on Dec 29, 2011 2:18:14 PM

  I'm in the same boat. I figured they would have gotten this fixed by now. I owned a 2005 Impala and it did the same thing. They said it was air back then, and fixed it, but it came back after awhile. I traded the car. Now I have a 2010 Impala, and it is doing the same thing. I read about the coolant being low, so I just went out ... Read More

Chevrolet Impala heavy oil consumption

• Re: 03Impala LS uses 1 quart of oil evey 3300 miles [heyphillip]

  Written by: onemorebob on Dec 15, 2011 5:17:50 PM

  I have a 2008 50 Aniversary Impala that has the same problem I read about here. I noticed on long trips, I was using a great deal more oil than in city driving, once running nearly dry. My dealer now has me on the familair consumption test, but has already documented the heavy usage each time I return from a trip. I have even taken it to Chevy dealers in the ... Read More

chevy impala "REDUCED ENGINE POWER" message

• Re: 2008 Implal -nothing but trouble [rhenry3751]

  Written by: wayniac67 on Dec 6, 2011 9:26:41 AM

  Kristie,I am having the same problems,bought my 2008 Chevy Impala because my used car kept breaking down,so bought a new car 20,000 plus,480 a month payments because it would be reliable! Yeah that's a joke,I have been broken down almost as many times,my shifter got stuck in gear ,had to have it replaced,my battery constantly goes dead ,my radio sometimes works,sometimes not,my back defroster doesn't work,it shifts really hard from park ... Read More

• 2008 Implal -nothing but trouble

  Written by: rhenry3751 on Nov 18, 2011 12:27:11 PM

  I own a 2008 Implala which is nothing but trouble.I bought it after happily owning a 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix which i put 288,000 miles on it ,worry free.Since i have owned my Impala i have been stranded 4 times in 5 months. First the tire went flat due to the sensor inside the wheel breaking off the valve stem,then while changing the flat the jack just broke and the car ... Read More

Chevrolet Impala Starting/Stalling Problems

• Re: 2001 chevy impala [giggleface]

  Written by: cob on Nov 7, 2011 9:30:51 AM

  My 2004 Impala with 137,000 miles is getting the valve body repaired to fix the 1-2 shift solenoid and the code P1811 hi pressure fixed that causes the trans to shift hard thru all 4 gears. It also need the accumulator piston replaced which causes the vehicle to slam into gear from a stop sign. Total cost is estimated at $1300. The 4T65E transmission is in almost all GM large FWD ... Read More

chevy impala "REDUCED ENGINE POWER" message

• Dead Battery for no reason

  Written by: maddy9944 on Nov 4, 2011 9:50:42 AM

  I have a 2008 Impala LS. Had it for the last 2 years and no issues. on 10/30/11, i drove the car for 10 min, parked it and left. Came back in a couple of hours and car is dead. Remote entry key doesn't work. Got in using the lock on the door. Battery is completely dead. None of the electricals were on. I just had the service tech clean out ... Read More

• P.O. chevy owner

  Written by: pochevyowner on Oct 28, 2011 4:44:48 PM

  I own a 2008 chevy impala LT, I have had the car for almost two years an have had nothing but trouble, today after work i get in an start my car an the "Rev engine light comes on" i have no power, and it wouldnt even back up. I have just got on this site an read all the semilar problems that every one else is having an quite frankly, ... Read More

2000 Impala Grinding Noise, help anyone ?

• Re: 2000 Impala Grinding Noise, help anyone ? [rubenw]

  Written by: ladymay on Oct 14, 2011 4:28:53 PM

  I didn't have the grinding noise but i've had a ss 2008 impala for 21/2 yrs i just had in the shop a coupe months ago it has already been thru tires every 6 mth. tirod if thats how you spell it and the last ones both front wheel bearings tires are ruined again because i had it checked 6mths when i had wheel bearing grease on rims and was told ... Read More

chevy impala "REDUCED ENGINE POWER" message

• CHEVY IMPALA 2008 "ENGINE POWER REDUCED"

  Written by: dnixon on Sep 25, 2011 8:15:20 PM

  I experienced the EXACT problem today my car just displayed the message and then took me from 50 miles an hour down to 20 mph. Then the car just completely CUT OFF while I was still in drive and I could not even steer the wheel to get off the road. I had my 2 month old son and my 2 year old daughter in the car. There should be something ... Read More

Knocking noise under dash

• A/C knocking noise switching from recirc to outside air

  Written by: rob771 on Sep 13, 2011 9:26:10 PM

  Having the same thing going on with my 2008 Impala LS at 42,000 miles. If I turn the fan speed up (with the outside air option LED lit) and press the snowflake (to kick on the compressor) it doesn't make the knocking noise. Switch the air from outside air to recirculate and I hear the knocking noise from under the dash. Eventually the noise stops (after 30-45 seconds). When I turn ... Read More

Chevrolet Impala Wheels and Tires

• Premature tire wear cannot realign

  Written by: rob771 on Sep 13, 2011 8:55:56 PM

  Had the same thing happen to my 2008 Chevy Impala LS with 42,000 miles. Tires were rotated regularly every 6K miles. Noticed the inside and outside of all the tires was wearing out, tread in the middle looked good. Was told a few months back at the Chevy dealership the tires were out of balance, charged $45 to re-balance the tires. Didn't make much sense to me. Had a flat tire ... Read More

Chevrolet Impala Climate Control/AC/Heater

• Wheres the Heat

  Written by: rescumn on Oct 18, 2010 2:56:11 PM

  I bought a used 2008 Chevy Impala LT and liike it so far. I do have a question. Now that it is getting colder I notice that if I turn the heat control knob to anything less than 3/4 of the way from the HOT setting that the air temp cools down pretty quick. Is this normal and what might be wrong and possible fixes. does that knob control the water ... Read More

chevy impala "REDUCED ENGINE POWER" message

• Re: chevy impala "REDUCED ENGINE POWER" message [idahofarmboy]

  Written by: pat131 on Jul 29, 2011 6:10:23 PM

  I have a 2008 Impala and this has happened twice. I was on the highway and the engine dropped from 60 mph to 20pmh. VERY SCARY!!! I was told the problem was fixed and then it happened again today. Now, I'm told that they do not know why this is happening and they will try something else. Disconcerting as I drive highways to work --- and it is a huge safety ... Read More

Chevrolet Impala Wheels and Tires

• News on the tire wear issue

  Written by: kbags on Jul 10, 2011 9:01:51 AM

  On May 31, 2011 a Chevy Dealer in Tampa, FL "repaired" the rear alignment issue on my 2008 Impala (36,000 miles) by grinding down the rear struts. The Chevy folks charged me $255.00 for the realignment. At first they were not going to reimburse me for the repairs, but after a letter to Mr. Ackerson, and the submission of a class action suit, the Customer Service people in Detroit decided to ... Read More

I love my 06 Chevy Impala but....

• Re: I love my 06 Chevy Impala but.... [ladyz]I

  Written by: tigerdad on Mar 6, 2011 4:22:09 PM

  I figured out his thing. The little button thing on the dash is oriented mostly straight up. When the sun gets down to about 20 degrees or less ( like when you are driving to work or home, it dims. Problem with that is that now you are being blinded by the sun and now you can't see your dash instruments or your radio. It is actually a safety problem. I ... Read More

Chevrolet Impala Audio

• Re: Sign of things to come? [nosirrahg]

  Written by: wayniac67 on Jan 2, 2011 5:48:56 PM

  This is how my problems with my Chevy Impala started and it was in the summer ,so the cold had nothing to do with it, First it started with radio not working sometimes,then radio would stay on when door open and have to manually turn it off,rear defroster quit working,chiming when you take key out,then my battery started going dead,A 2008 car,a new car that I am paying 450 dollars a ... Read More

2008 Impala Owner Experiences

• Yet another reason this car SUCKS.

  Written by: fscarz on Nov 6, 2010 12:37:05 PM

  I have already had to change my tires after just 22k on my 2008 Chevy Impala. I believe this car (specifically the one that I bought) has serious quality issues, and after 7 trips back to the dealer to fix a fuel sensor issue (which was never completely explained to me), this car now seems to eat tires. I just bought new ones, and I have put in a higher performance ... Read More

• 2008 Impala Tire Problem/

  Written by: viennabob162 on Jun 14, 2010 9:02:16 PM

  In November of 2009, I reported that the tires on my 2008 Impala, after approximately 24000 miles, had significant wear on both front and back tires to the point where they were unsafe to drive on for any distance. Initially, I had limited success with the dealer and not much better luck calling the Chevrolet complaint line. At no time did either acknowledge a general problem of this nature even after ... Read More

Chevrolet Impala Transmission Problems

• 07' Impala Transmission Slip (pressure solenoid)

  Written by: esdrvr on Mar 9, 2010 11:03:37 AM

  Iv'e read several posts on this issue w/the 2007 Impala 3LT (3.9L) and wanted to add my .02 cents :) We bought the Impala which was a lease my wife had for 3yrs. 40,000miles and no issues at the time we bought it. We chose NOT to by the extended warrantly as it was insanely expensive and was only 12months. Ironically enough the transmission started slipping 1 month after purchase. Usually ... Read More

Chevrolet Impala Steering/Suspension

• Re: 2008 IMPALA LTZ STEERING PROBLEM [joe336]

  Written by: insgeek on Mar 4, 2010 5:25:28 AM

  Thank you. The balancer has been replaced and everything seems fine. Your post solved the problem for me. I really appreciate the fact you posted it or I'd still be fighting to get this fixed. Now all I have to do is finish dealing with Chevy to get them to pay me back since it was their faulty part that caused this. Thanks again!!

• Re: 2008 IMPALA LTZ STEERING PROBLEM [insgeek]

  Written by: joe336 on Mar 1, 2010 5:28:02 PM

  I will contact my dealership, Bowman Chevrolet, and get more details.

• Re: 2008 IMPALA LTZ STEERING PROBLEM [insgeek]

  Written by: joe336 on Feb 25, 2010 9:17:27 AM

  The belt was not the problem on my 2008. It was a loose hamonic balancer which drives the belt. The dealership can access the problem listed in the Chevy database.

2008 Impala Owner Experiences

• Re: 2008 Impala tire wear [viennabob162]

  Written by: ryster on Nov 28, 2009 5:35:46 PM

  Chevy has looked into a rear alignment issue on late model Impalas. There may be a camber related issue causing premature wear on the inner edge of the rear tires. These issues are usually resolved by installing a camber bolt kit on the rear wheels and having them realigned.

• Re: 2008 Impala tire wear [priggly]

  Written by: viennabob162 on Nov 28, 2009 8:11:54 AM

  Thanks for the reply to my posting. I am glad that you have had good luck with your Impala. I am not anti Chevy, I also own a 2006 Cobalt LT that is probably the best car I ever owned. After my problem surfaced I spent hours on the Internet to find out whether or not mine was an isolated case. It is not, and if you are interested try the ... Read More

• 2008 Impala tire wear

  Written by: viennabob162 on Nov 27, 2009 8:05:40 PM

  I purchased a 2008 Chevy Impala LT on 12/26/08, from a dealer. The car had 15, 200+ miles. I also bought an extended warranty. I drove the car to Florida, drove it around there for four months and then back home to upstate New York. Except for a once a month spin of a few miles to keep the car clean and active, it sat in my driveway. I put a ... Read More

• Any Options for me?

  Written by: fscarz on Nov 4, 2009 6:57:18 AM

  I purchased my 2008 Chevy Impala LT in May of 2008. Within a couple of months, the Check Engine light came on due to an emissions sensor. I figured cars aren't perfect, so I had it serviced. It have been to the deal 7 times within 17 months of owning this car. I have had it. It happened 4 times in the first year, and I would have qualified for a ... Read More

Chevrolet Impala Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: 2008 LTZ [carlnc]

  Written by: joeyjoejoe on Jun 29, 2009 6:55:26 AM

  Doesn't sound like that bad of a deal. You have to consider that the car was sitting for well over two years on that dealer lot though. I guess you can argue that you will still get the full warranty and everything. I'm assuming you bought it "new" and not "used"? My mother is in the market and it is a toss up for Impala or Ford Fusion. I used to ... Read More

Chevrolet Impala Transmission Problems

• Re: 2006 Chevy Impala LT tranny issues [dave1175]

  Written by: tra9105 on May 26, 2009 6:50:29 PM

  I have a 2008 Impala LS with 55000 miles.........and when I back out of my driveway in the mornings and shift out of reverse into drive and press on the gas, it doesnt move and hesitates for a couple seconds then jerks when it catches 1st gear. After the car is warm, it wont do it anymore. Does anyone know the cause of this problem or what needs to be replaced? ... Read More

2008 impala shifts hard when cold

• 2008 Impala automatic transmission locked up

  Written by: reewve on Mar 29, 2009 2:57:40 PM

  My shift lever locked up in Park and won't release. Shift lever release button will not depress. It sounds like it may be torque locke, but this thing is stuck solid, won't budge. Tried everything recommended in the owner's manual, pushed it, etc. I'm stuck and there's no-one at Chevy to help me. Car has 25k miles and is otherwise fine. I have no clue...any suggestions? Thanks.

2010 Chevy Impala Thoughts?

• Re: 2010 Chevy Impala Thoughts? [SilverLTZ08]

  Written by: rvoth on Feb 18, 2009 1:48:30 PM

  Yes the Impala for 2010 was to be built on the same platform as the new 2010 Camero , it to was to be rear wheel drive sharing the same drivetrain. There hasn't been any news if a redesigned Impala will happen, they need to do something as the 2008 Malibu has stolen fifty percent of their sales. It's the only large affordable car GM has in it's lineup. If a ... Read More

• 2010 Chevy Impala Thoughts?

  Written by: SilverLTZ08 on Feb 17, 2009 6:08:34 PM

  I love my impalas, so far I have owned a 2001 Impala, 2003 Impala LS Sport, 2006 Impala SS and now due to higher gas prices I have a 2008 Impala LTZ that I love. I have read that 2010 that Impala will be redesigned and the SS will have over 500 HP engine and base starting at around 300 HP. Do you think this will happen or is it possible ... Read More

Mainstream Large Sedans Comparison

• Impala-My impressions

  Written by: badgerfan on Nov 6, 2008 9:17:14 AM

  I just drove a rental 2008 white Chevy Impala LT with about 4300 miles on it for two weeks in New England on vacation. Put about 700 miles on it. Having not driven this generation of Impala before, I was curious about what GM's latest version was. For the record, I drive a 2000 Ford Taurus SES with the DOHC 3.0 V-6, with 75K miles on it. I have not read ... Read More

2007 Chevrolet Impala Owner Experiences

• Re: 2007 IMPALA SS HANDLING PROBLEM [ryster]

  Written by: zedo6 on Jan 31, 2008 1:20:40 PM

  > I'm taking it in on Monday for Chevy to take a look. I was getting the impression from you that I HEAL and TOE my way to work. I don't but I do like V8's. Since I haven't driven a 6cyln, I don't know how it feels. Frontal traction is good in the snow but as it's pulling at safe speeds, the backend moves around when the road is not ... Read More

• Re: 2007 IMPALA SS HANDLING PROBLEM [zedo6]

  Written by: ryster on Jan 28, 2008 9:00:44 AM

  You make it sound as though Stabilitrak was added to address an alleged handling problem with the Impala. It is not just the SS models, or only the Impala, that received standard Stabilitrak for 2008. GM has added it as standard equipment on many of the 2008 models. If the handling of the car was truly that dangerous in the snow, Chevrolet would either be voluntarily recalling all Impalas to address ... Read More

2008 Impala Owner Experiences

• 2008 Impala - Flip & Fold Flat Backseat Option

  Written by: malibubob on Aug 31, 2008 5:07:47 AM

  Can you fold down part of the back seat or only all of the back seat? The Chevy video shows that you can flip up part or all of the seat and then shows folding down the whole back to have the back seat completely flat. I want to know if you can fold down only one of the backs so that someone can still sit in the back seat but ... Read More

Sr. Citizen Questions On Possible New Impala

• Re: Sr. Citizen Questions On Possible New Impala [bobr14]

  Written by: ryster on Aug 23, 2008 1:33:21 PM

  "Hello all, Sr. Citizen now (sure does sneak up on you) and need a new car. Presently driving a '97 Buick LeSabre which have really liked. Lots of little problems over the years, but nothing major. Time for something new, though. Prefer a "larger" car. My number one priority, by far, is reliability. It is hard for me anymore to spend the better part of the day in a service dept ... Read More

2008 Impala Owner Experiences

• Re: 2-Way Advanced Remote Start [thatism]

  Written by: ryster on Aug 14, 2008 5:37:31 AM

  "The Impala brochure mentions the "2-Way Advanced Remote Start" as being a dealer installed option with "late availability". I've contacted GM and here is their reply. "The two-way remote start system, or the Advanced Remote Start System (ARSS), is a new technology that has a convenient display screen that shows the vehicle’s current status (locked or remote-start engaged, for instance) and critical vehicle data, including tire air pressure, fuel level, odometer ... Read More

• 2-Way Advanced Remote Start

  Written by: thatism on Aug 13, 2008 2:23:14 PM

  The Impala brochure mentions the "2-Way Advanced Remote Start" as being a dealer installed option with "late availability". I've contacted GM and here is their reply. "The two-way remote start system, or the Advanced Remote Start System (ARSS), is a new technology that has a convenient display screen that shows the vehicle’s current status (locked or remote-start engaged, for instance) and critical vehicle data, including tire air pressure, fuel level, odometer ... Read More

Chevrolet Impala Steering/Suspension

• Re: 06 impala with a clunk/rattle from steering column [quietpro]

  Written by: eddiemc63 on Aug 8, 2008 12:30:58 PM

  A new TSB was issued on 3/27/08. This does include a new designed ISS. The number is 19179923. The TSB is 01-02-32-001O #01-02-32-001O: Clunk Felt/Noise Heard From Stering Column, Steering Gear and/or Front of Vehicle During Turnign Maneuver and/or Steering Wheel Rotation (Replace Intermediate Shaft As Directed) - (Mar 27, 2008) Models:2001-2004 Buick Regal 2005-2007 Buick Allure (Canada Only), LaCrosse 2000-2008 Chevrolet Impala 2000-2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo 1998-2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue 2004-2007 ... Read More

2008 Impala Owner Experiences

• Re: 16inch wheels vs 17 inch wheels [sylviae]

  Written by: ryster on Jul 26, 2008 10:22:49 AM

  As far as the CD Changer is concerned, Chevy offers a CD Changer that is integrated into the head-unit as an option. There is no reason the dealer could not order this part and install it in place of your current head-unit. If it was the dealer that installed the Pioneer in the trunk, they took the cheap way out. With regards to the wheels, the 16" wheels/tires will give you ... Read More

Mainstream Large Sedans Comparison

• Re: Kia Amanti [allmet33]

  Written by: thegraduate on Jul 24, 2008 10:56:37 AM

  Top 10 Losers: Non-Luxury Sedans, Wagons and Hatchbacks (Current Models) What I found appears to be the amount of "lot time" a car has, although the site wasn't clear. This is for the month of May, and looks bad for the Ford twins as well as the Kia. 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis: 223 days 2008 Ford Taurus: 120 days 2008 Mercury Sable: 119 days 2008 Kia Amanti: 117 days 2008 Dodge ... Read More

Chevrolet Impala Lease Questions

• Re: 08 Impala LT2 [c99camaro]

  Written by: Car_man on Jul 7, 2008 3:29:31 AM

  Here's the information that you're looking for, c99camaro. GMAC's current base lease rate and residual value for a 36 month lease of any 2008 Chevrolet Impala with 12,000 miles per year are 3.15% and 55%, respectively. The numbers for an otherwise identical 48 month lease are 3.15% and 45%. GM is providing $750 lease cash on this model in certain regions. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

• Re: Good Lease numbers on 08 Impala SS lease? [matt1203]

  Written by: Car_man on Jun 4, 2008 4:26:46 AM

  Hi matt1203. GMAC's current base lease rate and residual value for a 48 month lease of any 2008 Chevrolet Impala with 12,000 miles per year are 3.15% and 45%, respectively. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

• Re: Chevrolet Impala: Lease Questions [kyfdx]

  Written by: sylviae on May 1, 2008 3:36:28 PM

  How do I OR can I somehow lease a 2008 Impala Ruby Red w/ Sun Roof and 6 CD Prem Sound package--believe it is an LT2??? How do I lease for 36 months for under $330 ??? Is it possible---with no down ???? I am dreaming--right???? Oh yes==I have a 2006 Trailblazer to turn in and my miles are up but lease not until Oct 2008.

2008 Impala Owner Experiences

• 2008 Impala LT 50th

  Written by: cnw on Apr 18, 2008 6:19:22 PM

  It's beeen a couple years since I bought my 2006 2LT and I was curious about the current model year prices, options, etc. When I went to the Chevy website to use their build option, I discovered a new model--the "LT 50th". Granted, it's just a trim difference from the 2LT, but it does offer one interesting feature as standard equipment: the FE3 Performance-Tuned Suspension. Does anyone have any information regarding ... Read More

Chevrolet Impala Lease Questions

• Re: 08 Impala ss [lewielew]

  Written by: Car_man on Apr 7, 2008 2:38:50 AM

  Hi lew. This car's lease payment will vary depending upon what its MSRP and selling price are. You never mentioned what either of these prices are in your post, so I will have to make some assumptions in the sample lease payment that I work up for you. For now I will assume that you are interested in 2008 Chevrolet Impala SS that has an MSRP of $31,215 and a selling ... Read More

• Re: 2008 Chevy Impala LS lease [lisa765]

  Written by: Car_man on Jan 15, 2008 2:47:48 AM

  You're very welcome, Lisa. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

• Re: 2008 Chevy Impala LS lease [Car_man]

  Written by: lisa765 on Dec 20, 2007 10:16:08 AM

  Car_man, Thanks again for your help. Lisa

• Re: 2008 Chevy Impala LS lease [lisa765]

  Written by: Car_man on Dec 20, 2007 3:16:43 AM

  Hey Lisa. GMAC's current base lease rate and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2008 Chevrolet Impala with 12,000 miles per year are 2.35% and 55%, respectively. General Motors is currently providing $300 lease cash and $1,000 bonus cash on this model. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

• Re: 2008 Chevy Impala LS lease [Car_man]

  Written by: lisa765 on Dec 17, 2007 7:47:58 PM

  Car_man, I am looking for an Impala lease again and was hoping you could help me with some information. I am interested in a 2008 Chevy Impala LS lease for 36 months/36,000 miles. I will be leasing in Nevada if that matters. Could you tell me the residual? Base lease rate/buy rate? Any lease cash available? Thanks for all your help, Lisa

Chevrolet Impala 2005 and earlier

• Hello, I may be going

  Written by: nosirrahg on Dec 1, 2007 11:10:01 PM

  Though it hasn't happened yet, it looks like I may be saying goodbye to my 2000 Impala (which also means I may be moving on from this forum). I started posting here back in early 2000 after I'd ordered my Impala and was curious as to how long it took from ordering to delivery, and I've been here ever since. The car has almost 114k miles on it now, and it's ... Read More

Chevrolet Impala 2006

• 2008 LTZ

  Written by: vanman1 on Oct 14, 2007 7:11:21 PM

  I am looking at a Chevy Impala LTZ as a possible next car. How do people like their LTZ's specifically and what kind of real world mileage are you getting on 2007s or 2008s with the active fuel system. Thx!

2009 Chevy Impala RWD

• Re: 2009-20111 Impala [charts2]

  Written by: tschade on Sep 28, 2007 11:37:04 PM

  Yeah you do have a point here, but only thing is that the 2008 malibu has grown in size to that of almost the current impala. For GM to have three sedans such as the malibu, impala and caprice would not be smart. GM was in serious financial difficulty and still is to some extend because it had too many models that did the same job as the next for example, ... Read More

• Re: 2009 - 2011 Impala [charts2]

  Written by: tschade on Sep 28, 2007 11:30:32 PM

  I agree with this to a point but you also must remember that if GM refreshens a car to quickly it won't last long enough and they won't see profits come from it as they could. Every five to six years is good for one style seven at the max with minor refreshening in between. Look at the chevy lumina 1995-2001 chevy impala 2000-2005 and now 2006-2009 or 10 for the ... Read More

Mainstream Large Sedans Comparison

• 2008 Taurus

  Written by: scottl on Aug 1, 2007 4:58:20 PM

  I posted a view of the 2008 Taurus on the Taurus forums, but I'm going to put it here, too. Personally, I think the lack of Hyundai dealerships in the hinterlands is going to nix that choice for a lot of people. Ford dealers are everywhere. I was pretty impressed by the new TaurusHundred. I just returned from a 2500 mile 'test drive' (Avis rental) of a 2008 Taurus SEL. My ... Read More

2009 Chevy Impala RWD

• Re: 2009-20111 Impala [qbrozen]

  Written by: 08malibumann on Jul 26, 2007 11:35:37 PM

  Ok, if you go on the Chevy website and read on the 2008 Malibu... Side Curtain Airbags are STANDARD so when the Impala is released Chevy is putting Side Curtain Airbags in that standard also; which neither the Dodge nor Ford corporations offer. GM will be the first American auto company to offer Side Curtain Airbags standard on all vehicles by 2010... cool huh

• Re: 2009-20111 Impala [qbrozen]

  Written by: ryster on Jul 23, 2007 10:38:51 AM

  I am not the person you responded to, but just wanted to add some comments. I agree with you that RWD can work just as well in the snow as FWD. I drove my '99 Camaro in some pretty heavy unplowed snow and had no issues. It is all about HOW you drive, not necessarily what you are driving. RWD with good all-season or winter tires and driven sensibly will be ... Read More

• Re: 2009-20111 Impala [bobber1]

  Written by: ryster on Jul 22, 2007 7:28:44 AM

  The 2008 Impala is already posted on Chevy's website and it is the same as the 06-07 except for some changes to the trimlines and options and prices. I can't imagine Chevy would do a 2008 run and then make changes within 6 months. It can take longer than that to retool the plant for such changes, and the current Impala is selling very well for Chevy. I recall reading at ... Read More

Chevrolet Impala General Care & Maintenance

• 2000 Chevy Impala still going strong

  Written by: evolutionman on Jun 10, 2007 10:14:46 AM

  My wife's 2000 Chevy Impala (V6 eng) has rolled over 135K miles in 7 years and is still going strong. Except for brakes, struts, tires, and the usual wear on it, the original paint is intact w/o blemishes. The car still flies down the road, has a great suspension, and performs well in all things we demand of it. The seals on some of the engine parts are showing small leaks ... Read More

Chevrolet Impala 2006

• Re: Unsure on Impala [nosirrahg]

  Written by: charts2 on May 27, 2007 7:11:24 AM

  Were now at the end of the current model year production and offers will come up to clear out the 07s as after every car year when the next year model goes into production. 2008 Impalas can be ordered now. There is a guy on ebay selling the 2008 Chevrolet Impala brochure (50th anniversary) of the Impala.

• Re: Unsure on Impala [poncho167]

  Written by: charts2 on May 25, 2007 7:05:07 AM

  The 2006 Impala was a big improvement over the previous 00-05 models. Chevrolet has come a long way in reliability in the past few years, and service department personnel dealing with customer complaints are improving. but the competition isn't sitting still either. Improvements have to be made on a continual basis. The 5 year powertrain warranty now in effect is an improvement, but the basic car warranty is still 3 years ... Read More

• Re: No Supersports.... [charts2]

  Written by: nosirrahg on Apr 10, 2007 4:47:45 PM

  With the 2008 Malibu growing to almost the size of the current Impala, I can't see Chevy offering two FWD cars that similar (both in size and price). Methinks if the RWD Impala dies, the Impala dies (at least for the short-term).

• Re: No Supersports.... [colchester47]

  Written by: charts2 on Apr 10, 2007 1:31:27 PM

  Its all over the news today. Google: chevrolet news and read all the posts regarding this information. Bob Lutz indicated today that the future RWD Impala is now on hold, until they figure out if its possible to build the car to meet the stringent Emission/Cafe standards coming in a few years. GM indicated the RWD car could be a much as 30% heavier then the current model. If they don't ... Read More

• Re: No Supersports.... [colchester47]

  Written by: charts2 on Apr 10, 2007 10:05:58 AM

  According to GM, Chevrolet sold 289,868 Impalas for 2006. There is another site that says 290,432. A few months back I was on a GM website and Ed Peper Chevrolets general manager said 2006 Impala SS sales were 18% of the total impala sales for the calendar year 2006. Higher then expected. 2005 Impala SS sold about 10% of total Impala sales. Autotrader has several used LOADED 2006 Impala SS cars ... Read More

• Re: Impala at Nascar.. [colchester47]

  Written by: charts2 on Feb 2, 2007 6:32:29 AM

  The Impala SS chevrolets NAscar version of the car of tomorrow will race in 16 NASCAR races this year starting in Bristol TN. 2008 I believe it will run in 24 races. Sales of the current Monte Carlo have been dismal and the car discontinued in 2009. The Impala name plate was very popular in NASCAR racing from the late 50s through the early 60s. A Chevrolet Impala won the 1960 ... Read More

• Re: What do you love about your '06+ Impala? [suse]

  Written by: nosirrahg on Oct 3, 2006 2:27:08 PM

  The current (Nov. 06) issue of Motor Trend has info on the upcoming RWD 2010 Impala (based on the same platform as the Camaro). I wasn't particularly wowed by the renderings in the magazine (not nearly as many retro cues as I was led to believe there would be), but if you like the notion of the Camaro but need the practicality of a sedan, the 2010 Impala might be worth ... Read More

Chevrolet Impala Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: Did I get a fair price on '06 Impala [triogem]

  Written by: charts2 on Jul 19, 2006 11:31:32 AM

  DEALS DEALS DEALS!. Chevy offered $2,000 cash back after you negotiated your best deal before July 18th on 2006 Impala models. Current Chevy offer is 0% financing on almost all new remaining 2006 GM cars. Negotiate your best deal and save thousands in interest payments. GM employees get a special discount after they make their best deal. In Ontario Canada the steel company that makes the steel for the GM plants ... Read More

Chevrolet Impala 2006

• 2006 impala

  Written by: charts2 on May 23, 2006 8:54:53 AM

  I said a few posts back that the 2006 Impala is equal to the competition, even though I believe the Camry/Accord should compete with the Malibu. Longevity and resale value is what the Japanese cars are all about. If you trade an Accord/Camry within the first 5 years your will pocket more money in resale value then GMs comparable offerings. Check it out. If you keep an Accord/Camry long term their ... Read More

• 2006 Impala

  Written by: charts2 on May 14, 2006 6:13:36 AM

  Its a possibility to see the 6 speed for the Impala for 2008. If thats the case, it would only serve the 3.5 and 3.9 because the 6 speed thats developed cannot accomodate high torque that the SS 5.3 V8 produces. If GM fast tracks the new RWD Impala for the 09 model year then it wouldn't make sense to spend the tech money for a 6 speed for 1 or ... Read More

• 2006 Impala

  Written by: charts2 on Apr 26, 2006 5:09:19 AM

  Its interesting over the years the Chevrolet Impala has carved a very important history for General Motors. From the 1958 until the present 2006 Impala the public loves them. GMs biggest problem were their small cars. Many of GMs small cars were built on the cheap to compete at that time with the fast rising Japanese market that started flooding the United States. The Corvair, Vega, Fiero, Chevette, Citation to name ... Read More

• Impala 6 speed

  Written by: charts2 on Apr 23, 2006 6:37:32 PM

  If Chevy doesn't offer a 6 speed in their 6 cylinder Impalas for 2007, I doubt they will spend money to put it into the 2008 which could be the last year of the current Impala platform. For 2007 Chevy has dropped a few current colors and adding a few new ones. Delete: Superior Blue, Sport Red, Glacier Blue. Add: Precision Red, Imperial Blue, Bordeaux Red, Red Jewel. Chevy is now ... Read More

• Technology gap 2006 Impala

  Written by: charts2 on Apr 19, 2006 5:17:30 PM

  You won't see any interior changes or significant upgrades to the Impala until the next generation cars. There might be one or two new exterior colors and maybe an additional color for the interior but that will be about it. We must not forget that Chevrolet is the entry car division of GM. Buicks would compare more to Camry/Avalon upscale interiors. GMs focus is now on the RWD or AWD 2009 ... Read More

• 2006 Impala

  Written by: charts2 on Apr 17, 2006 6:54:26 AM

  Latest from GM is that this current 2006 Impala style will be available for 2007 & 08 and the next generation Impala will start production sometime in 2008 as a 2009 model. The next Impala will be larger, much more aggressive looking, more upscale, with options including Corvette power, possibly AWD and a Hybrid model. The Malibu that is due for a major refreshening will take over as the mid sized ... Read More

• 2006 Impala/sbb2

  Written by: charts2 on Mar 15, 2006 12:18:15 PM

  If you are considering an Impala SS wait until June (if you can) and order a 2007. There will be some improvements but nothing major. The current glitches affecting the 2006 will probably been taken care of. Waiting just 3 months will also give you a car a model year newer as well. If you can wait 15 months order a 2008 Impala SS. It will be the Impala's 50th anniversary ... Read More

• 2006 Impala

  Written by: charts2 on Jul 25, 2005 7:11:32 AM

  Some of the changes to the car that will probably come anyway is a wheel option. I stated I didn't care for the wheels on the SS. If others like them, so be it.....the previous model Impala's after a year had different wheel choices. Probably in 2007......Special badging will probably go on the 2008 SS which will be the Impala's 50th anniversary. Sure badging iself will not sell cars, but ad ... Read More

• charts2

  Written by: johnclineii on Jul 23, 2005 5:38:36 AM

  You have an incredible memory! And an accurate one. And I have a Ford Five Hundred SEL AWD (with the CVT, of course) with about 34,000 miles on it so far. Yep, a larger engine would be nice. Yep, I am still looking at Impalas (and all kinds of other things). Yep, I may get the next Five Hundred with the 3.5L, but it looks that may be as long as ... Read More

• Re: [1487]

  Written by: hammen2 on Jan 30, 2005 10:02:28 AM

  The Buick vehicles have been delayed, it's my understanding.   The GTO is now first up for MY 2007, with the Chevy coupe also likely MY2007. Don't know if the G8 will be 2007 or 2008 MYs. Ditto the new Buicks. Impala will probably not be until 2009.   First plant to roll over to Zeta production is likely Hamtramck (where the current Bonneville, Deville, LeSabre, and Park Avenue are made). ... Read More

• Impala SS front wheel drive

  Written by: charts2 on Jul 28, 2004 6:41:19 AM

  When the current Impala was introduced in 99 I also believed it should have been rear wheel drive...but as time went on the front wheel drive grew on me and I have been very happy with my 2001 LS...this current Impala has been a huge seller for Chevy ...the current front drive Impala SS outperforms the 94-96 Impala SS in acceleration, handling, fuel economy, reliabity, etc....it also outperforms most of the ... Read More