2005 Chevy Classic Review
Price Estimate: $588 - $976





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Edmunds' Expert Review
by the Edmunds Experts
Pros
- Smooth ride, comfortable and roomy interior.
Cons
- Lackluster interior materials, subpar brakes and steering, not as powerful or refined as its competitors.
What’s new
No changes for 2005.
Edmunds says
Though roomy and comfortable, the Classic pales in comparison to the all-new Malibu. A bargain-basement price is this car's only significant appeal.
For sale near Utica, MI
8 listings
- $4,499fair price$458 above market
- 129,191 miles
- No accidents, 4 owners, rental vehicle
- 22 City / 31 Hwy MPG
- Budget Car Mart (133 mi away)
- Rear Bench Seats
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Located in Barberton, OH
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: No
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
25 Combined MPG (22 City/31 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 1G1ND52F75M228384
Stock: B251194A
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 03-05-2025 - 186,524 miles
- 1 accident, 5 owners, rental vehicle
- 22 City / 31 Hwy MPG
- Expressway Auto Auction (136 mi away)
- Rear Bench Seats
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Located in Howard City, MI
Cash Only No Financing is available on this Unit
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: No
Personal Use Only: No
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
25 Combined MPG (22 City/31 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 1G1ND52F45M195117
Stock: 195117
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 06-12-2025
Cost to Drive
Monthly estimates based on costs in Michigan
$156/mo for Classic Fleet
Classic Fleet
vs
$171/mo
Avg. Midsize Car
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4 out of 5 starsmarin19, 03/27/2012
2005 Chevrolet Classic Fleet 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
I bought a chevy malibu classic 2005 with 70000Miles for $5000 and i still havent had any problems im the 5Th owner according to the carfax and now i've put 12000miles not alot because i just drive to school everyday
Most reliable car I've ever had
4 out of 5 starsguitfiddle07, 04/25/2013
2005 Chevrolet Classic Fleet 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
I believe most of these cars were either rentals or government fleet vehicles.
I believe mine was a rental. At any rate, I have 165,000 miles on it and I put about 40,000 a year on it.
I put new brakes on once, wiper motor and new tires.
Replaced the serpentine belt as preventative maintenance and that's about it.
They are not very fun to drive and handle like a boat after the suspension … ages (not something I care about), but it is a great dependable car that is cheap to maintain.
I will buy one for each of my kids when they are old enough.
UPDATE:
Traded the car at 190,000 toward a newer van. I still will get another one when my kids drive. Really miss this car.
Great car for the price
3.75 out of 5 starssjjustus, 09/12/2012
2005 Chevrolet Classic Fleet 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
I had this car from 2007 until recently (Sept 2012) when I was involved in a car accident. It gets good gas mileage for a larger car and doesn't require a lot of extra costs. I drove around 18,00 miles a year for work and experienced no issues. We only purchased new tires when needed and oil changes. The week before my accident we had to replace one headlight but that was it as far as … repair costs go. It was a safe car as well, it took the damage in the accident, not me!
I will miss this car. Overall, yes, I would reccomend this car. Is it fancy? No, but it is reliable, safe, and pretty decent gas milage.
Have had very good experience
5 out of 5 starsjames palmerini, 09/26/2010
2005 Chevrolet Classic Fleet 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
I haven't had any problem with any break down. I have preformed all maintenance required. I have no complaints. I have to sell because I can't drive anymore due to health reasons. The vehicle has never been in an accident no mechanical problem.
2005 Classic Highlights
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $19,690 |
---|---|
Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 25 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $156/month |
Seating | 5 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 17.3 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | front wheel drive |
Safety
NHTSA Overall Rating
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverallNot RatedDriver4 / 5Passenger4 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverallNot Rated
- Side Barrier RatingOverallNot RatedDriver3 / 5Passenger4 / 5
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront SeatNot RatedBack SeatNot Rated
- RolloverRollover4 / 5Dynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of RolloverNot Rated
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – OriginalAcceptable
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintPoor
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