Used 2005 Chevrolet Impala Sedan Consumer Reviews
Used Impala for sale
See Edmunds pricing data
Has Your Car's Value Changed?
Used car values are constantly changing. Edmunds lets you track your vehicle's value over time so you can decide when to sell or trade in.
stuck with an impala
stuck with an impals, 04/10/2010
2005 Chevrolet Impala 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 2 people found this review helpful
I traded in my Dodge caravan for an 05 impala. This is the most uncomfortable car. The cushion pad on right of seat is higher than left, making me sit crooked. If I scoot to left to even out, steering wheel and pedals too far to right, hurting my hip and leg. If legs are comfy to pedals, arms are stretched to wheel, and vice versa. Have to choose sore legs or arms. I cannot find a comfy position for driving this car. I have tried to trade this in for anything at several dealers, but they cant do it. My hip and legs are so so sore when I get out of this car from driving. Am I stuck with a car I hate driving. I want my van back.
Wonderful
Ninoska Hernandez, 02/14/2020
2005 Chevrolet Impala LS 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 2 people found this review helpful
Inpala 2005: Just fantastic!!! I got it brand new and still running as Feb 2020. Never got back pain for its wonderful front driver seat. Safe and súper economic because it consumes 1/mile! I just would like another one like this súper héroe gray caharcoal color that stil looking like a luxury car.
2005 Chevrolet Impala for sale near you
Showing 3 of 42 listings
- SS SedanMSRP: $5,99577 mi away
- Base SedanMSRP: $2,995151 mi away
- Base SedanMSRP: $1,950159 mi away
See all 42 listings
No more chevy's for me
jjc_babs, 09/14/2010
2005 Chevrolet Impala 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 3 people found this review helpful
I purchased my 2005 Impala used in 2006, with 20,000 miles. Since than I have had to replace the water heater, radiator, cost of 1300.00. Dealer did not volunteer any additional information about this issue. Since than my speedometer and RPM gauge cluster went out another 600.00. not to mention my traction issue that was another 700.00. Oh, and when they say they checked your fluids I think they just look at them because at my last oil change 2 months ago they never said I was low on anything. I found my coolant to be low.And I don't understand how they overlooked an interior light other than the miniscule lights built in the mirror I will never buy a Chevy again.
I loved this Impala!
Impala lover, 05/27/2009
2005 Chevrolet Impala 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
I put this car threw a lot! I bought in 2006 with 20k in 09 it now has 112,254k. It was my everyday car. I have been to houston austin san antonio louisiana and dallas with ease! I took this car through mud and grass. Very few problems. put about $2,000 in the car including up keep. great for rode trips with a bunch of people holds 6. I raced a dodge 1500 and won!
Steering Shaft/transmission slipping
Harry McGee, 11/18/2009
2005 Chevrolet Impala LS 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
I purchased car new and when slowing to stop the car shut off 4 different times. It would start back up ok. When starting off transmission slipped 8 times. Starting about 20,000 miles you would hear a clicking sound/bump when you backed up and started off. I went back to the dealer about 10 times trying to get these things taken care of. They would drive the car and say they cannot find anything wrong. Asked them to put all info in the computer. At 35,000, bad rotors, 43,000 bad tire rods, they paid for both. About 80,000 miles replaced Intermediate steering shaft my cost. Driving 2010 Toyoto Camry now. This was my 6th Chev. Impala and I will never buy another Chevrolet. You Decide.
Law and Order/Rivals No Match
PaoloRossi82MVP, 12/26/2009
2005 Chevrolet Impala LS 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
I purchased the 2005 Impala for two reasons: First its Reliability/Outstanding Crash Test (its line has been around at least once every decade since the 1950s). The 3.8 Liter engine is more reliable than the 3.4 Liter engine. Second is the Available Standard Features (More on that later). The Impala drives more like a Luxury Sports Sedan not as a Mid-Size Sedan. I needed a reliable car to take me to and from work, and with the Impala I am actually enjoying it very much. I test driven Accords, Camry, Taurus, Sable, and Maxima (prior to 04 Model Year)in the past, it doesn't have the safety record and safety features that are Standard as it is in the Impala.
Transmission/Shaft Problem
Kee-Ki, 01/14/2010
2005 Chevrolet Impala 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
Beware! I bought my car back in October 2004 brand new. I have replace steering shaft, all radiator components, brakes, and now my transmission is bad. This car was well kept up, when I fix one thing something else breaks down
It is what it is, and it's good for that
Frank, 04/10/2005
2005 Chevrolet Impala 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
It kills me that some people want or expect a Corvette out of this car. The Impala is a great car for its class. The engine is responsive but not overpowering, the exterior design is very nice, and the interior isn't bad, but could use some improvement. I have not attempted to blaze through s-turns at 130MPH, but I imagine that it won't do so well. So what? It's a full-size, 4-door sedan, not a Porsche. The sound system is good. It's pretty quiet compared to a Maxima or Taurus, although it's no Caddy in that department. Overall, it's a great value for its size and class!
NO 04 THIS IS A 74
JOEYNKRISSY, 12/01/2004
2005 Chevrolet Impala SS Supercharged 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl S/C 4A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
THIS IS A CLASSIC 74 IMPALA SS CAST IRON TANK WITH A 4BBL 350 4BOLT MAIN BETTER THAN WHAT WE HAVE NOW A GREAT AMERICAN MADE ICON AND WILL MOVE AT CLOSE TO 140 MPH DUE TO THE SIZE AND FOR A CAR SUCH AS THIS WHO CARES ABOUT GASS AND FOR THOSE WHO WORRY ABOUT SMOG THIS CLASSIC EMITS HARDLY ANY BUT IN REGARDS TO THE NEW IMPALA THEY ARE REALLY NICE AND FUN TO DRIVE GOD BLESS THE U.S. AND BUY AMERICAN
Excellent car
Rick Hidenberg, 01/16/2005
2005 Chevrolet Impala LS 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
I was a little disappointed at first with the gas mileage, however after 2000 miles, it has really moved up better than I expected. The handling and performance is much better than I thought it could be. While not a sports sedan, you will be pleasantly surprised at the handling. Was undecided between the Malibu and the Impala, this was a far better choice. I would make one comment if you are looking to purchase this car, shop around the price differences between dealers is quite large. You need this car!
GM Needs to improve quality
Not Impressed, 10/22/2007
2005 Chevrolet Impala 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
Bought this car used in February 2006. It had been privately owned with 16,000 miles on it. It has the 3.4 liter V6. Two weeks after purchase the CD player quit and had to be replaced. A couple of months later the transmission developed a vibration when shifting from 1st into 2nd. This was apparently a factory defect because there was a campaign out on it. The day I got the car back it began to slip when accelerating from a stop. 3 trips to the dealership to figure this out. A solinoid in the tranny was bad. The manifold gasket started leaking. The steering column rattles and I was told GM was working on this. Not very quickly, my mom's 95 Olds does the same thing. The AC has musty smell too
My Impala
gr8impala, 04/06/2008
2005 Chevrolet Impala 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
Bought it with about 480 miles on it. So far it has been trouble free. Roomy, comfy and kind of sporty looking. Only had the rotors cut and got rid of the horrible tires it came with since in winter it was terrible to drive. I have snows for winter and it's like a 4wd now! Interior is made a bit cheaply but sound, no rattles. It has the not so good rated 3.4 v/6 due to coolant leak problems later on with miledge but I have the 7 year extended coverage so I'm good to go I hope. Powerful engine when you need it, quiet at idle but rough sounding on hard acceleration, it can be quite a zippy car! Handles good, fair amount of body lean on turns but firmer handling tires take care of some of that.
$$$$ BIG TIME LEMON $$$$
angeleyes8523, 03/22/2011
2005 Chevrolet Impala 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 7 people found this review helpful
This car has been a nightmare since I bought it. The transmission slipped the first day I had it. I had a to replace the converter, thermostat (5 times), had the entire system flushed over 50 times, and the blower motor resistor 2 times, not including the water pump, and O2 sensor. It is pretty bad that the car is constantly overheating, with no heat in the car. When the blower motor resistor goes you have to disconnect the battery because their is no other way to turn off the fan. It will continue to blow even if the key is out. It will not stop even after hours.