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Used 2002 Chevrolet Malibu Consumer Reviews

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2.13 out of 5 stars

Not what I expected

Nicole, 01/29/2006
2002 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 5 people found this review helpful

When I bought my Malibu I thought I was buying a reliable American car. That is not what I got. Ever since I got the car there has been problem after problem. I am tired of repairing this vehicle and will never buy a Chevrolet again because of this.

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2.13 out of 5 stars

I regret buying this car!

ck1102, 08/17/2013
2002 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 5 people found this review helpful

I usually don't leave reviews like this, but maybe I will save someone from the headache of owning this piece. I bought my 02 Malibu in 2010, and it only had 80k miles on it. Now, with 130k miles and regular checkups, I've had to replace the ignition switch, fuel pump and filter, water pump, the wheel baring twice, the master cylinder and entire brake system, oxygen sensor, the throttle body sensor, the temperature gauge, spark plugs,2 speakers, 2 batteries, 2 sets of brand new tires, and the door handle. This adds up to a significantly higher amount than the car is actually worth, and guess what? My head gasket just blew and flooded my entire engine. Thanks, Chevy, thanks a lot.

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5 out of 5 stars

An excellent value

sean258, 04/12/2002
2002 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful

I actually have a 1997 Malibu that I purchased through Enterprise Auto in 1999 (June) I am very happy with the car. I purchased the car with 40000 miles on it and presently it has 78000 on it. I work for the rail road and this car has been as far as Port Washington to Speonk with no problem. It has never let me down.

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2.25 out of 5 stars

The car that ruined my love for Chevy

sparkles4, 09/28/2011
2002 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful

I bought this car from a little old lady who lived next door to me and only drove it to bingo. I got it around 60K. As it neared 100K everything started to go. Catalytic, engine stuff, electrical problems galore. I spent almost $2K in repairs in one month on it. Now the transmission & brakes are about to go and my A/C just quit today. I wish I wouldn't have put the $2K in. I could've used it as a down payment on something better! I do like the layout of the car, though. It is a very roomy sedan and everything is easily accessible.

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5 out of 5 stars

Chevrolet Malibu

jennifer moos, 03/24/2002
2002 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful

I am a social worker and needed a 4 door sedan that is priced within my means. This is excellant vaule,and the workmen ship is excellent.

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