Used 2003 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 4A) Consumer Reviews
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Great Experience
Bob, 09/16/2006
Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 4A)
12 of 12 people found this review helpful
We bought the Malibu new in September 2003. Actually we bought two (one basic and one LS), and have been very pleased. This review is based on our experience involving the basic Malibu after 59,000 miles. Mainly interstate driving, 20,000 miles per year. Using cruise control, I consistently average 30 MPG. New tires at 43,000 miles. Replaced front brakes at 56,000 miles, at a dealership cost of $127.90. Rear brakes still good shape. Oil changes every 3,000 miles. We are happy Malibu owners, and armed with hindsight, we would make the same purchase decision as we did in Septemer 2003.
2003 GM fuel pumps defective.
Eric Puckett, Reading, PA, 08/06/2015
Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 4A)
11 of 14 people found this review helpful
My 2003 Chevy Malibu fuel pump went out. While looking for a new one I found some interesting facts. 1 website had over 90 complaints on that part for that model and year of GM cars. Normally parts for cars interchange every 5 years. The 2003 GM models fuel pump was only put on cars that year. That makes me believe that GM knew the pump was defective. Wy else would GM only install that pump for 1 year when they always use parts for 5 years. Something to think about.
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My first car
Mikey, Philadelphia, PA, 01/28/2016
Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
It was a great car , I bought it in 2009 with 120k on it I was 16 when I bought it, it was actually in a previous accident and was reconstructed but looked brand new, I never had a problem with any type of engine work or anything, I did get in a accident with it when I was 18 but I got it fixed and it was fine the only trouble I had with the car was electronic issues like my tail lights were always going out and getting me pulled over and always had to mess with the word and get new tail lights, but I had the car intill I was 22 and had to get rid of it for financial issues. But I would definitely buy another one!
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Stay Away From This Car!
maria1101, Salt Lake City, UT, 04/25/2012
Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 4A)
7 of 10 people found this review helpful
Where do I begin...I bought this car used four years ago with 77k, it was my first car so you cant really be picky. After three months the problems began, head gasket, bad electrical wiring, brakes needed replaced every 6 months, rotors needed replaced once a year, the fuel pump needed replaced, also replaced the ignition and the body control module due to the fact they told me it would solve my problem of my car not starting while sitting in the sun...no mechanic could ever figure out what the problem was! Signals occasionally didn't work, sun visor fell off, seat recliner handle fell off. I took good care of this car, always kept it well maintained but this car did not take care of me!
Great Car
alan1945, Roy, UT, 06/30/2014
Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 4A)
7 of 11 people found this review helpful
Purchased as a used rental car in 2004 with 15,000 miles. I now have 203,000 miles and change the oil at 5,000 intervals. Non maintenance repairs have only been a fuel pump, thermostat, and alternator. MPG is great. Consistently averages 30-32 highway at 70+ MPH and 26-28 city. Will easily go 55,000 to 60,000 miles on a set of tires. Nothing great to look at but the most reliable car I have owned, especially considering the price. Would like to get something newer but the thing just won't quit.
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