Used 2006 Chevrolet Impala Consumer Reviews
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Expen$$$$ive repairs imminent, traded it in
steve395, 10/23/2011
2006 Chevrolet Impala LT 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
3 of 5 people found this review helpful
I purchased a 2006 Impala in 2007. I was originally drawn to its style, power, comfort, very quiet ride, etc. I got a good price for it because it was a former rental. I bought it with 28,000 miles and traded it in at 99,600. In between that time it was pretty reliable. Right after the warranty ran out, I had problems with the steering system popping.I began to notice other problems at 75,000. The paint had the durability of nail polish. The driver's side visor hung down. I never could get the brakes to stop pulsating despite changing rotors. Random warning lights came on. Finally - no heat at idle. Head gaskets. Dealer wanted $1,900 to fix.
2006 Chevy Impala SS
Mikey0495, 07/27/2008
2006 Chevrolet Impala SS 4dr Sedan (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
Excellent vehicle. I have had it almost 2 years and have only had a couple of problems. The first was an electrical problem when the computer and vehicle would shut down. This occurred when I was around 11,000 miles. The local Chevy dealer couldn't figure the problem out. I took the car to another dealer and they replased the battery. No more electrical problems. I just passed 53,000 miles and all is good. I change the oil every 10,000 miles with Royal Purple oil and a K&N Oil filter. The only other problem is malfunctioning tire pressure sensors. They ave been replaced 3 times thus far. It's no big deal. I drive Chevy's at work and they have similar issues. Otherwise, I love it!
'06 SS Impala
Whit, 08/04/2006
2006 Chevrolet Impala SS 4dr Sedan (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
I am disappointed with the gas mileage, in that it is driven carefully back and forth to work by my wife and she is only getting 17.5 miles per gallon. Also I have taken the car to two different dealers with a hard shifting transmission, lower gears, they tell me nothing is wrong. I have owned many cars in my lifetime and I know that this is not what GM was planning for an automatic transmission. The frontwheel drive can be a little bit hairy when in rapid acceleration.
it is what it is...
John, 05/03/2009
2006 Chevrolet Impala SS 4dr Sedan (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
Purchased new in '06. Rotors warped at about 15k mi. Was told by my mechanic this is typical. Grounded down and now have 36k mi. on car. Always used synthetic oil and always 1/2 to 1 quart short when I go in for a change. The tire sensors failed and were fixed under warranty; fixed the key fob too, only worked when next to the car (defeated purpose of remote start). The truck lid is heavy and difficult to open. Wish I bought the package with Bose stereo & heated outside mirrors. The car handles relatively well for front wheel drive. It is very fast and is excellent highway cruiser. Surprisingly decent in snow with factory tires.
Glad but sad
ltbiblis, 05/12/2010
2006 Chevrolet Impala LT 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
Bought the car when it had 20k miles on it as certified used from Chevy dealer in 2006. first 3 years it ran great other than steering issues which apparently all Chevys have according to dealer? now it is 2010 and i have 81k on the car. I had dealer perform all scheduled maintenance every month. now I have a ton of problems. steering still loose, brake rotors warped, brake pads shot, engine overheating, remote entry only works within 5 ft, heater core not working, head gasket needs replaced, transmission slipping, engine spurts during highway travel, had to flush coolant and put green coolant in as dexcool is bad. this is costing me over 3K and car only worth 6k. last Chevy for me!