Used 1999 Chevrolet Malibu Consumer Reviews
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Very Good Quality Car! I Love It!
malibuls1, 05/04/2014
1999 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan
14 of 14 people found this review helpful
My grandma bought this car new with only a few miles. She wasn't easy on the car. She would run hard from red lights and the car pulled a big mountain 5 miles long and another 30 something every day for 11 years for her work. The car now has 207,500 miles on the original engine and transmission and STILL has great passing power! I am 18 and I bought this car from her last year. I take it on very long trips(200 miles at a time). People don't think it's reliable anymore with so many miles, but I feel very assured that it will get me there and back! It's a very pretty car and has great trunk and leg room! I think this car will reach 300,000 miles no problem. Quite on roads and rides very smooth
Wow Runs and Runs
Electroman37, 09/03/2010
1999 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
I picked up this car with 200,000+ and keep on driving it. Now yes i have put in several things but when it comes down to it - it is cheaper then a car payment. It has alt, water pump, radiator, bearings, lots of brakes and rotors, couple random sensors, etc. This thing is more reliable the my wife's newer ride and it cracked 300k recently!
my 1999 chevrolet malibu
tiger56, 02/10/2012
1999 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
i have never had a problem from my 1999 chevy malibu. i bought it from a junk yard for $800, it got hit in the front end. no major damage. its still running. i replaced the front bumper cover and thats all that got messed up on it. i got it and it only has 164,000 miles on it. have not had to put any work into it. have had it since nov last year. motor is still strong. you have to take care of the car for you to have it a long time. you know not hot rodding it.... etc
Never own another one
Lee, 07/09/2005
1999 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
I bought this car new. Constant brake problems. Some electrical problems. Replaced the front wheel bearings. Fuel gauge went crazy at around 80,000 miles. Very uncomfortable for a taller person.
Don't buy one New or Used
Chevy Malibu Garbage, 11/27/2008
1999 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan
7 of 9 people found this review helpful
I brought my 99 Malibu LS in September 2007 after my beloved Saturn was totaled. So far in the shop more then 17 times in a row! I should have bought that Saturn L200 in the lot! So far 2 head gaskets, radio knobs fell off, stalls out when ever it wants, under powered V6! Gas guzzler, paint uninspiring! Never like Chevy or GM but the only GM I will buy again is Saturn! I also replaced my starter 2 times and the keyless entry broke as well. Seat comfort gets uncomforable after driving! Now I'm saving for a 2009 car but definitely will not be a Malibu!
Malibu
Waggs2008, 07/27/2008
1999 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought my 99 Malibu for $400. I couldn't pass it up even though I read on here before I got it, and so far mine has had head gasket problems. It runs good and I think the v6 has enough power. The car was wrecked but put back together somewhat when I got it. Still needs paint job and windshield. The CD player plays when it wants too. Same with the sunroof, it's power and it doesn't wanna close all the time. Handles pretty good. Rust around the gas cap.
Do Not buy unless you like throwing your money awa
Jake, 02/10/2017
1999 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I got this car in December of 2015 from my grandparents. This car is in wonderful cosmetic shape. Mechanical on the other hand it did well for the first year and this winter things little pitty things started going wrong one by one, sensors here and there and then it started using coolant like crazy i was putting 1-2 bottles of antifreeze/coolant in the car then the heater quit working properly and the electrical has started messing up then last week the car blew a head gasket. The interior of the car had gray leather the seats in this car are very cheap feeling and have almost no support the only good thing about this car is that it has a great stock stero system and a very large trunk.
- Safety
- Technology
- Performance
- Interior
- Comfort
- Reliability
- Value
I got a 'lemon'
phylli, 05/02/2003
1999 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Nothing but trouble since I purchased car. Have replaced starter, gas tank removed for parts replacement due to leak, now shocks (struts) are sounding terrible. I'm getting rid of the lemon.
a piece of crap!!!
will_never_buy_GM, 06/26/2002
1999 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Bought it brand new, in less than 3 years and less than 26,000 miles, 3 tires are gone, the fourth is about to give up, one of the aluminum wheel has severe rust on it, the A/C will shut off by itself, sent it to dealership three times, but the problem has never been solved. The warranty is about to expire and GM is not willing to do anything about it, the only thing their customer service did is to ask me to send it back to the dealership again, nothing was said about the warranty.
okay car
chiefret, 09/05/2003
1999 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
Bought it new. Brakes & rotors have been changed twice. They almost stop working!! AC is marginal on very hot days & has quit working while on vacation in Florida. Dash lights sometimes do not work properly. Its pretty good for trips but have misgivings about reliablity.
Don't Buy This Car
Jessica, 08/20/2010
1999 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought this car and about 4 months after I purchased it I had to replace the motor, because a piston broke. Then not even a year after that the head gasket started leaking. I've also had about 8 other mechanical problems in less than 2 years, including a new water pump and a new power steering line. I was going to get the gasket fixed but it runs so bad its not even worth it. I paid $3200 for it and have to junk it for $250 not even 2 years later.
WHAT A GREAT CAR!!! I LOVE IT:)
Johnny b good, 12/29/2002
1999 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan
1 of 3 people found this review helpful
We bought our Malibu brand new, have not had 1 repair done to it since day 1, other than to change the oil and rotate the tires( which are still original) and yes the brakes are fine, a/c is working great. Great handling car, super fuel mileage, comfortable road car. Does great in snow/ice, when other japanese cars are spinning their wheels on snow trying to get going, I'll go right on by them. I love it.
Custom hobby builder mechanic.
unicorngm, 11/05/2013
1999 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
What can i say the 1999 chevy malibu is a great car for the guy who knows what he's doing. Never had a problem i could not fix, if any! i have had it now for 10 years now and am going to keep it. A little fine tuning and you feel like your driving indy. It's V6 engine is perfect spec. To go in and beef it up, i'v added a twin turbo pac, engine mods, tuned the suspension added extra trac-bars. OK not everyone can do this but for me GM is a greatly made car, i know i take them apart and see the quality that's there. i'v taking other cars apart and brother there not what they seem..at least the ones that come from the dealers, cheap metal, plastic, sometime's the guys that make them are lost.
Blah
Becca, 06/14/2009
1999 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I did buy the car used it has 156,000 miles on it now and the transmission is going out. I have replaced the engine(luckily still under warranty), starter, alternator, battery, tune up. Need to replace front brakes once to twice a year. Has been reliable car but when something goes wrong it is not a cheap fix always looking at minimum 200 dollars and that's if you fix it yourself. Also problem as long as i have had the car when you are at a stop and turn you will here grind and have to power through it(supposedly nothing wrong). Other than the issues is a good car unfortunately can't afford to fix transmission.
never again
JMAN, 07/21/2002
1999 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I BOUGHT THIS CAR THINKING I MADE THE RIGHT CHOICE 36K MILES LATER I AM TRYING TO GET SOME WHAT OF MY MONEY BACK TO BUY SOMTHING FOR LONG TERM USE THE CAR ISNT HOLDING UP BROKEN RADIO 3X SUSPENSION IS SHOT THE BAKES ARE GARBAGE THE CAR INTERIOR MAKES NOISE WHILE DRIVING AC TURNS ON AND OFF HORN BROKE AND THE RADIO IS STILL BROKE BECAUSE CHEVY SERVICE IS SO BAD I DONT HAVE THE ENERGY TO GET AGRAVATED ANYMORE
Reliable
KellyG, 07/29/2002
1999 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have enjoyed my experience with the Malibu so far. It's affordable and reliable. I have been looking for another vehicle for the past couple of months but because the Malibu doesn't hold it's value I am upside down on it. So, I will be stuck with it for a while. I would recommend this car but only if one can get it at a real good price, since it depreciates quickly.
Good basic car.
Big Mac, 01/11/2009
1999 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
We bought it new and put 136K on it before giving it to a family member. It was still sound with no creaks, bumps, or finish issues. We averaged ~27 mpg (V-6) over it's lifetime; ~30 on the interstate. A lot of it was winding 2-lane state highways, which it handled very well for it's size. I did have to get the head gaskets done (indicated by falling coolant levels) but that was covered by the (extended) warranty. I was very irritated the first time I had to do the brakes and found the rotors warped at 60K miles - too little metal to hold shape or be worth turning. I never considered rotors to be disposable. At 6'4" and 260#, I was pretty comfortable.
Get a warranty
jl, 08/24/2009
1999 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought this car in 2003 with 40,000 miles on it. It now has 91,000. My Corsica had the head crack at 59,000 miles, so I bought this. The mechanic at the dealership told me to get a warranty because I would have the intake gasket go bad in a year. Three months later, he was right. Two weeks after that, the fuel pump. I am now on its third intake gasket, third alternator, second water pump, fourth set of brake rotors, and the list goes on. The $1300.00 warranty paid for itself twice. The blower resistor also went bad, causing only two speeds of the defroster to work. Now I think the freon needs charged for a second time. When the car works, it works well.
Malibu
cindy, 08/02/2002
1999 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
had many problems with the car in various areas: from cup holder cracking to a/c fans working off and on spontaneously to internal security system activating (not letting me crank the car for 12 minutes) when I was just trying to crank it, etc. Now I am concerned that the seat belt on the driver's side isn't 'clicking' or working very well.
No quality for the money.
Iwant reliabl brakes, 08/22/2002
1999 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
My 95 corola has 100% more quality than the malibu. after 60,000 kms, on 4th set of rotors. Ac is querky as well. Good: Interior is roomy and engine is great for passing. Bad: Brakes, overall quality is bad, poor gas milage. The corola interior looks like a $23,500 car and the malibu interior looks like a $17,500 car. Some of the inside molding won't fit/stay together.
Amazing Little Car
Paul, 10/08/2009
1999 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I recently bought my 1999 Chevy Malibu for $1,500. For a High School Student the car is an amazing little car. I run it hard and it gets a consistent 23mpg in town. I love the looks of the car and it cleans up really well. Only issue with my car is the gas gauge doesn't work, but I can live without it. It hasn't given me or the previous owner any issues and its pushing 160,000 miles. Great car and I would recommend it to anyone!
No love affair here!
monkeyjaws, 09/06/2002
1999 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The AC on this car is loud and intermittent...had it fixed once and drove off by the time I got home (9 miles)it was shutting off and on again. The brakes are awful on the interstate, feels like the car is vibrating itself out of alignment. Tires wear quickly too. The upgrades CD system is very nice. The sun roof is wonderful...a fun car to drive...mechanically very reliable.
Reality
Talley, 09/17/2002
1999 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is a hihg value/price ratio car, nonetheless quality could be improved much more; "abs" platic used in the interior seems and says "el cheapo". A/C very erratic, had to fix, change control panel US$500.00; alternator give up w/o warning US$500.00 repair; gas guzzler. noisy front suspension. bland tires.
Yuck
TonyM, 04/29/2002
1999 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Bought brand new and this car is very disapponting. It has 50,000 miles on it, but it has had far too many repairs to keep it going, including engine oil leaks, bad rear suspension control arm\bushings, tires that needed replacing at 17,000 miles, premature brake rotor replacement, noisy front suspension that now needs repair, clogged fuel injectors, broken heater fan motor switch, dead battery, horn switch failure, and numerous squeaky rattling interior panels.
Cathy reviews the Malibu
cathy, 05/16/2002
1999 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Hi! I purchased the car in Feb. 2002 and I love it. I test drove a ton of other cars, and I really liked the Malibu. Lots of power, but with good fuel efficiency. I also really like the spaciousness of the interior. I'm not a big car fan, so this was somewhere in the middle- lots of interior space without feeling like it's a boat!
My Current Malibu Experience
tburts, 01/01/2013
1999 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
For the most part, my Malibu is a pretty good car. It gets good gas mileage, has needed power when you need it and is comfortable to drive. It is a plain in styling. However, they are meant for small/medium families. Quality is ok for the Malibu. However, the head gaskets can be a potential problem if left unchecked. Engine also has the typical "click clack" sound when started cold. Click sounds eventually disappear after running for a few minutes. Transmission shifts well.
Not A Happy Camper Today
raleigh, 08/21/2002
1999 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Bought the car with 7,000 miles on it from dealer. At <30,000 had to have the rear brakes (rotors/pads) replaced ($300).The tie rods were replaced at same time (under warranty).Today, I have 36,400 miles and am having alternator replaced ($400)after putting a brand new battery in last week ($75) and also the AC switch panel which may be why your a/c is shutting off and on too)$200. 400 miles ago this would have been covered under warranty. Not today. I'm not very happy with my Malibu. Oh yeah, did I mention the tires that were practically shot at 17K. am now totally convinced I should never have bought a Chevrolet
Malibu pure out sucks
disappointed in GM, 07/15/2002
1999 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Bought it at 0 miles. 47k now. CV boots replaced twice. Frontend retorqued. Still rattles. Alternator went out w/o warning. Replaced brakes & rotors -14k. Center front arm rest broke. A/C goes on and off by it self. Engine light came on. Was O2 sensor. Engine light came on again and started skipping but only when you first crank it. Random misfire. Replaced plugs, plug wires, 3 coils, and coolant sensor. 3 mechanics (including Chevy dealer) checked it for blown head gasket, cracked head and everything and found nothing. They can't figure it out.
I expected more from Chevy
Scott, 05/09/2009
1999 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The 1999 V6 Malibus have many known engineering flaws. I purchased mine new with less than 20 miles on it and it's going strong at around 90 thousand miles with numerous repairs. My problems are quite common from reading these forums. Replaced the brakes/rotors at least 7-10 times over the past decade at a conservative cost of about $5000-$7000 and I'm not an aggressive driver. I've had the head gasket replaced due to the known Dex cool antifreeze problem ($700), had the alternator changed once, the pass key theft system needed to be replaced ($300) Power windows stick in the heat, A/C went bad.... I thought Chevy had a reputation as a reliable car, guess not the 1999 Malibus.
NEVER BUY AMERICAN AGAIN!
MidwestMalibu, 07/20/2002
1999 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I used to be a fan of american motor cars until I bought this one. With a NEW ENGINE, A/C, Starter, Battery, Sprayer nozzel, seat belt latch, Trunk Carpet, lights weren't focused, and some other items in a period of one year I can firmly say that this car is undeniably a P.O.S., Toyota/Honda here I come. P.S. Now the car is starting to randomly stall, a common problem, one that GM refuses to recognize and fix for free, too bad they didn't learn from Saturn, the company they destroyed.
Awesome car, never had trouble
raavango, 01/08/2009
1999 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Awsesome car, never had any issue up until the 160000 miles that I put on the vehicle
I like my 99 malibu
gm_lover, 07/26/2002
1999 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
My Malibu was one-year off-lease when I bought it in 2000. It's running very well without problems. Now the mileage is 40000Miles.
Affordable Luxury
Maribel Munoz, 06/09/2002
1999 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This vehicle is a beautiful and an affordable car. Great for those people who like luxury cars but can't afford them. It's very spacious and drives like your floating on air. I recently got into a car accident and lost my car. But I will definately purchase another Chevy Malibu!
Is it the car or it the reviewers?
Pliskin, 08/03/2002
1999 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I was surprised to see all the really negative comments here. I've had my Malibu for 4 years, and while I've only put 20K miles on it.I've had really no major problems.Yes, the tire ware is a bit faster than usual. Yes ,the AC cuts off for seemingly no reason (although if you turn the blower off and then back on, it works fine for another 15 minutes and then you do it again). Yes, the build quality could be better but the price/features ratio on this car is fantastic. It's not a Lexus folks...it is a plain car that has just what you need and nothing you don't.
I WILL NEVER BUY A GM AGIAN!!!
Very Disapointed, 08/08/2002
1999 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Bought this car with 5k on it. Had problems with starting. Had to take to dealer 3 times. Replaced breaks at 20k rotors and pads. At 40k Transmition started shifting really hard. Engine light keeps comming on. I have done my best to take care of this car. I though maybe I was the only one having problems untill I found this web site. Used to be a GM guy Now I switched to Ford. Traded in the Chevy and got a 2002 Mercury Mountaineer. Hope this will be a better car. I will never buy GM agian.
Would buy again
sargeantcm, 06/12/2002
1999 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Great car, especially for a first-time car owner. Brakes are somewhat poor, although personally I don't believe the easily warped rotors are any more the car's fault than Midas' parts. Otherwise great, good acceleration, solid fuel mileage (25/32) and convenient interior design (cupholders, console, etc.)
Quit your whinning...this is a good car!
8 Handicap, 08/29/2002
1999 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I am surprised to see all of the negative comments about this car. The car handles great, has terrific acceleration, and is very comfortable on long trips. We have only had one service issue with the car and the dealership repaired it because we bought an extended warranty. Just a little advise to buyers of American cars...BUY AN EXTENDED WARRANTY...you are going to have problems. The only service I have had to pay for is new front disk break rotors and pads at 60,000 miles (which is excellent). Overall this has been a great car for my family. Malibu's don't hold their value,but they will give you good service if you take good care of them.
O'Mallys run
john, 02/09/2009
1999 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I purchased this Malibu with 51000 miles on her and she has been a great car! I have replaced brakes several times ,come to find out this was a factory issue in these cars.Overall this has been the most reliable car I have ever owned! She now has 151000 miles and is still running strong!I would buy another one if I could find one with the same 2.4 4cyl engine! I get 30 mpg on highway and 25 in city, although she is not the sportiest car she is good in the snow and has plenty of room for my family! I am 6'1 and my son is 6'0 and he can sit behind me with ample leg room!
Great Mid Size Vehicle
Jolly Wally, 09/14/2002
1999 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Pebbles and I just love it! Our Malibu was very affordable, gets great gas mileage, and has all the power features you would expect on a more expensive automobile. It has the euro sport look, rides nice, and plenty of head and leg room. Thanks Chevrolet! We sold our foreign car, which by the way, sits very low to the ground; the seats in our Malibu are more comfortable.
Good Car
LJF75, 11/02/2009
1999 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I've taken good care of this car, and it took good care of me. Replaced the fuel pump 2003. Replaced the battery twice. Putting on the 3rd set of tires. Need a new CD changer, but hey, 130,000 miles in 11 years.
Buy a 99 malibu LS. You won't be sorry.
Linda , 06/02/2002
1999 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
My 99 malibu ls is great transportation. The only problem I ever experienced is a trunk water leak when it was new. Once that was fixed, it was excellent in all ways. My advice, however, is not to buy a car from Carfagno Chevrolet. They are a nightmare when you have a problem. Go to Magarity Chevrolet on Bethlehem Pike for top of the line, courteous service.
Ol' Mally
carluver, 06/22/2008
1999 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Got this car brand new. currently has 140k mileage. Great acceleation with the v6! Very roomy, great car for the price! Have had some problems as it's gotten older like the fans only work on high levels, ac turns on and off front speakers got blown out due to eccesive use. Recently replaced the alternator. Had one coolant leak but overall, it has been very good to me
Bad, Bad Malibu!!!
badmalibu, 06/18/2002
1999 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Malibu 3yrs. Brakes replaced 3x's/yr. I'm do for a brake job now after only 4 mths! I only get about 20K mi. on 60K mi. tires. I have 93K mi. on my car & purchased at least 3 new set of tires since buying the car. 60K mi. * 3 set of tires = 180K mi. total. Not including the original tires that was replaced around 30K mi. Maybe we should all complain to GMC & get a recall on the brake system & the suspension for the tires. CD player doesn't work anymore. Get ERR each time CD is inserted & the systems kicks the CD back out. Sometimes sensor light comes on & I would have to turn the engine off, & restart the car hoping it would reset.
I hate my Malibu!!!
franco, 02/26/2002
1999 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
After a few months the problems began to occur. A/C switch is on intermittenly. Drivers side power window doesn't work in hot temperatures. Continous brake replacement ever 5000 miles. Valve cover gasket blew Battery died after 1st year The big one.....lost the rod bearings. This happened right after the warranty ended. A friend and I had to pull the engine and rebuild it ourselves. Oh, be rest assured that I'll never purchase another Chevrolet or domestic car again.
Broke Down in Fla
Broke Down, 10/25/2002
1999 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Bought New. Have 34K on it now. Broken Down and Stranded 3x. 2x out of town. AC stopped working fixed. Ignition broke so car would not start. Alternator died, 3 weeks prior battery died and had towed to dealer and specifically told them check the alternator they said it was fine, they were wrong. Engine collant leaks no one knows why. Rotars Bad and so are tires. This car is a Lemon!!!!!
OK, but not Recommended
AnneTexas, 05/16/2002
1999 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have had the same repetitive problems with my Malibu. From automatic windows breaking twice to the air conditioner going out 3 times. Most recently the Alternator went out with no battery warning whatsoever. For having the car less than 3 years (bought new), it's been in the shop probably 10 times. Though nothing extremely major has broken, I do not recommend this car.
Great while it lasted
weakweek85, 03/02/2010
1999 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought this wonderful car off of a neighbor down the street. it had 138000 miles on it initially. ran great for a few months, but had a lot of brake problems. one day without warning when i as still under the 3000 mile mark between oil changes, my engine blew out, leaving me devastated. the car died at 147000 miles. i had no warning lights to tell me something was wrong, until the oil pressure light went on AFTER it died. i guess its hit or miss with these cars
Its 3/5/2010 and I have driven+236,000m
Jeremy, 03/05/2010
1999 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
On 3/5/2010 I have driven 236,000 plus miles in this car. Over 22K/yr. I have had to do some maintenance but nothing more than usual. The only major repair is the new transmission at 170K. This has been an extremely reliable car throughout and I obviously do a lot of driving and has been comfortable to travel in, I am 6'5" 260lbs so I need some space and this car has plenty. Radio works fine, Blows cold AC, down here in Florida that helps.I had to car in Ohio for the first 10 yrs of its life and the ice/snow/salt did nothing to the outside or anything. Did well in the snow could not be happier with this car overall.I mean everyone has something to complain about but I got my $'s worth
On the Fence
klutz27, 10/27/2008
1999 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
There are things I love about my car, like the get up and go on the highway others I hate. I have the Opal blue, and with the coolant issue, FL sunshine and bug issues, the paint on my hood is toast (talked to others with GM color who've had same issue) Like others I've had the coolant leak,but no brake problems, I'm on the 3rd A/C switch since I bought with 8000 miles on it. (program car)had the tensioner problem and gasket issue and the ABS light issue. I have a leak somewhere in the windshield fluid reservoir no one can find (& labor to pull it is way too much now.) CD's get condensation with the A/C on hi (I'm in FL) and now will not work at all. Was great as 1st car, but ready for new
Big timebrake problems, $$$$$$$$$
Wesley R., 05/17/2002
1999 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I had to ship this one. It was bad. Right fron spinde would not allow for the mounting of the spare. Any spare would run on the calipers. Went through brake pads & rotors like a movie theater through popcorn. Rear shooes did last almost 30k. Pads every 5 or 6 k, rotors at 8-10k. It is the only time I knowingly traded in a vehicle with problems.