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Good basic car = LS
swhite, 01/29/2010
2008 Chevrolet Impala LS 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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I drove my Impala LS for two years as company car before buying. It hasn't ever needed mechanical repair. At higher mileages, i do "hear rattling" or something. The tires do wear unevenly which may be the rattling. Otherwise it's a great car and easy decision to purchase for my personal use after being company car.
Mediocre sedan
Jeff B., 08/07/2008
2008 Chevrolet Impala LS 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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If you never drove a Honda Accord, Mazda 6, Camry, or Nissan Altima, the Impala might seem like a great car. However, having driven this car for a few months now, I find it excels in only one area -- gas mileage. I get about 28 mpg average, which is great for a large 6 cyl car. Everything else about the Impala seems crude & under- developed. It's already been in the shop twice for a faulty steering part & brake rotor resurfacing (at 15,000 miles). Acceleration is rough & uneven, handling is awful, and seats are poorly designed. This is not the car that will save GM from bankruptcy.
Chevy don't FAIL me now!!
iluvchevys, 07/24/2012
2008 Chevrolet Impala LT 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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I have owned my 2008 for a little over 2 years and at first I loved it but now I'm starting to have problems. Feels like my transmission is slipping, if I'm at a dead stop when I press on the gas it is kinda hesitant (seems to only do this in the hot weather) When I run my ac it has less power, my back locks don't work. A year ago I had the reduce engine power show up but I let me car sit for the weekend and haven't had the message again (knock on wood) I still have 3 years left on my lease and I'm starting to get worried. My first car I bought was a complete lemon thought I was doing the smart thing going to a "major dealership" but the warranty that you buy seems to not cover anything.
Another Impala LTZ For Me
markgigharbor53, 08/12/2008
2008 Chevrolet Impala LTZ 4dr Sedan (3.9L 6cyl 4A)
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This is my second Impala LTZ in two years. I traded my 06 for this 08. Great car for the money. The car is wonderfully equipped, as was my 06. I drive for business so I put on a lot of miles. The only complaint I have with the 08 is the lower fuel mileage vs the 06. I am only averaging around 23.5 hwy. (28-30 with same engine/options on the 06) Check eng. light finally came on Sunday with 10k miles. Took to dealer who said it was a throttle body unit. I hope it will solve the FM issue. If you have an 08 with disappointing mileage then have them check it out. Overall you will not be disappointed with an 08 Impala LTZ!
Good car poor fuel mileage
Lon, 01/16/2009
2008 Chevrolet Impala LTZ 4dr Sedan (3.9L 6cyl 4A)
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This is the second LTZ we've purchased and both have the same fuel mileage about 24 mpg highway not even close to the 28 mpg advertised and both cars have over 10,000 miles on them. the rest of the car is great, good design great stereo and it handles great. I wouldn't recommend this car with the 3.9L engine because of the poor mileage but would recommend the car with the 3.5L engine instead.
Very solid!
rock, 04/22/2008
2008 Chevrolet Impala LT 4dr Sedan (3.9L 6cyl 4A)
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Let me tell you this is a great car. Love the looks of it and rides excellent. The 3.9 v6 is very powerful and has no problem going fast but very long spaced gears. The seats are very comfortable and nice looking. The inside is a little plain but I like it like that. I have the front bench seat with the column shifter and I love the bench seat because you can fit more people. Column shifter is easier to use because it sits next to my hand. Averaging 25 mpg excellent.
A/C controls
Mikey, 04/17/2010
2008 Chevrolet Impala LT 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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A/C controls do not work properly. When switching from outside air to recirculating air the a/c kicks on. a/c lite stays off. Push a/c button, lie comes on. Push a/c button lite goes off but a/c stays on. Must turn fan knob switch to off to shut off a/c. Chevy division says that's normal. That happens on NO other car that I know of.
Great Car
Ron D. Rice, 01/18/2009
2008 Chevrolet Impala LS 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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Have considered this car to be one of the best purchases in the auto line that I have ever made.In varied driving, mostly town/local (two trips) I have been averaging close to 27 MPG. (Trips 31, daily 24), which I believe quite remarkable for this size of car. Have had no problems at all.
A good car for the price
calcote, 04/27/2010
2008 Chevrolet Impala LS 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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The Chevy Impala is a very nice car. It has many nice features. The fuel economy is pretty bad on this car. It gets only about 21 mpg in rural areas. The style of the interior and exterior is very nice and the car is very roomy. It is a very reliable car that looks very nice. The cars is very quiet, comfortable, and has a very fair price.
Satisfied Customer
Satisfied Driver, 05/28/2010
2008 Chevrolet Impala LT 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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I Love my Impala LT, this is my second Chevrolet and must say they are very wonderful calls. (NO RECALLS YET).The Impala LT is a great car to drive, very cozy I sometimes don't wanna get out.