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Great reliability and comfort
Blewjaye, 09/27/2003
1997 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan
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this car changed gears smoothly, was quick off the line, and extremely comfortable. I am 6 feet tall and over 200lbs, and this by far was the most comfortable car in its class. Steering handled well, sound on stereo very nice, and always a crowd pleaser when parking near a large group of people.
So many problems....
briq4, 05/31/2002
1997 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan
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Leaking power steering hose alternator went squeaking sway bar bushings water leaks brakes last about 10K Squeaky brakes Alignment problems Tires wore prematurely Body Panel Alighnment fit and finish is sub par
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Chevy, 09/06/2002
1997 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan
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It has been a great car! I put over 20K miles in the first year of owning it. Had a few problems, but you expect that from any car. No major problems! My car has over 80K now and we still love it.
I love my malibu
ktcjt, 10/19/2003
1997 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan
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I have enjoyed my malibu. great family vehicle. we have taken many long and short trips in this care, truck size is great, ride is smooth and comfortable. 4 adults can comfortably sit in the car. Need some work on the brake system, the glove compartment doesn't close flush, and the a/c system constantly gets leaves in the coils.
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CM, 04/01/2005
1997 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan
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MY 97 Malibu - Great Car for the price I paid. Large enough to be comfortable and small enough for easy driving in the city. Mechanicals OK - a bit sluggish and mpg seems to be poor. Styling is adequate, not flashy. Repairs are few. Water pump most expensive repair yet. Hope to keep this for a few more years. My son could use it for college.
No problems....but one...
MS, 09/12/2002
1997 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This car has been good to me. It has only been in the shop once. The intake gasket was leaking coolant. I realized that this was probably happening from the 2nd year on and could have gotten it fixed under the warranty, but now have to pay $600. So warning to new Malibu owners to have it tested. Again, besides this I have no complaints, it has been a reliable car that still looks good.
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Richard Rights, 03/04/2003
1997 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan
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car performs well. has not given me any trouble.
Great Car
knoxdj, 12/29/2005
1997 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan
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Has been a great car... would recommend to anyone if it has the 4- cylinder... Do not purchase the 6- cylinder everyone I know that has one has problems after problems. Biggest thing we had to replace is the water pump. I have owned this car for 5 years and it has been the most reliable yet. Great buy!!
My Malibu is Great!
ET, 05/08/2002
1997 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan
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I drive 60-120 miles most days, and this car is great. I've had very few problems with the vehicle, and I'd recommend it to anyone.
Not happy
BadMalibu, 09/23/2002
1997 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan
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Bought car used with 30K miles. Everything fine for the first 10K, then just fell apart. Nothing but problems - wheel bearing went, front end and motor was so loose the car would actually stall from the wires being pulled out when stopping or starting out. Ignition switch went and burned out starter at the same time. Way too many problems for a car with under 60K miles on it. Very noisy, feel every bump in the road.