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4.88 out of 5 stars

I LOVE my Maxx!

HeatherJ, 07/25/2010
2004 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx LT 4dr Hatchback (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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I bought my Maxx LT used with almost 90,000 miles on it. I knew I wanted this car, & I researched it & found a great deal at a local car lot. Since buying it I have had very little trouble. Replaced the thermostat within the first few months & I had to replace something with the AC & it was over $500, but that is it! Sometimes the hatch won't open, but I have figured out a few tricks to get it to work. I take my car camping, it is used for road trips, I drive in the snow- I can do anything! Everyone always loves my car once they have been it. My best friend went & bought a Maxx too- but hers is newer than mine and a LS. She likes my '04 LT Maxx better!

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Even used, a great car

Maxx man, 02/10/2009
2004 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx LS 4dr Hatchback (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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We bought the 2004 Maxx with about 34,000 miles and actually have put less than average mileage since. However, the car continues to please with excellent performance, amazing mileage for a 6 cyl engine and good interior ergonomics. The front end design is the primary downside; the new Chevy front end styling (see 2008 Malibu) would really set this car off. I'll be in need of a new car soon (this one's my wife's) so I wish Chevy would wise up and produce the Maxx for the current Malibu lineup.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Love my Maxx

Rose, 06/04/2009
2004 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx LT 4dr Hatchback (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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Bought this car with 7,000 miles on it as a dealer demo. Love the style, has tons of space and great gas mileage for a large sedan (34 highway, 27 city). There was a recall on the steering, but was fixed. I have 68,000 miles on it and the suspension is now noisy. I've had the brakes redone, but I drive a lot of hills. I would buy another, but GM is not making the hatchback Maxx model any longer.

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5 out of 5 stars

Maxx

DeSanto, 01/21/2008
2004 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx LS 4dr Hatchback (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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This vehicle rides well and has plenty of leg room in the front as well as the rear. Handles well and I feel the ride is very good. The heated seats are a plus on cold days. The automatic start should be standard on all cars, as it is extremily convenient. The only thing is the hatchback closing. You have to excert force to make sure it is latched. The computerize display is really good, but the back lighting could be improved, not very bright. All in all I consider it one of the better cars I have owned.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Buy it with your eyes closed, so good

Rajinder Goyal, 01/12/2005
2004 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx LT 4dr Hatchback (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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I just love this car. Packed with unbelievable features, it is a luxury at an affordable price.

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