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Malibu Baby
Candie, 03/07/2004
2002 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This car is the best car i have ever driven. it's not too big and not too small it's really good locking and it drives smooth and comfortable this is a really wonderful car.
Unhappy Customer
japonica, 03/25/2002
2002 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 2 people found this review helpful
I've had my Malibu for 11mos and have changed rotors twice-the first time was the day after I drove the car off the lot. My automatic doorlocks, lock/unlock when I drive. My hazard lights and turning signals work sometimes. Overall I like the car & have gotten used it but the trouble I have to go through to leave it at the dealer for repairs is incovenient. My gripe is with the manufacturer. The car needs to be recalled. My father is a Chevy-man. He has owned a El Camino and currently owns a Corvette, S10 Pick-up, and 2001 Blazer. So, I went from Toyota to Chevy. I'm not a converted fan. Matter of fact, I plan to trade-in this one soon.
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Not a pretty review
Anderson, 08/06/2008
2002 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
My experience with this car has been terrible! Started only when it felt like it. Unfortunately I have had to sink alot of money into this car for repairs. Its a decent car to drive. It only has one cup holder in front which is not a good thing for a passenger. So far, I have had to replace the entire ignition and harness, the fuel pump, brakes are junk, heater core, engine coolant seal, and numerous other smaller things. All these repairs were needed when the car had less than 90000 miles. I have approximately $3000 so far in repairs. It is currently in the shop as we speak.
I Hate This Car
Troubled Diva, 08/08/2009
2002 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
For about the first year I had the car I had no problems with it. Now it seems like soon as you get something fixed, something else is going wrong with it. First thing on the car to go was the signal light chip, which cost $100.00 at the dealer to replace. Then the brakes went out. Changed the brake pads, and a month later they needed replaced to the the brake caliper going out, then had to smooth out the roaders. Then a few months later the cadillac converter went. Had to change tran fluid at 100,000. Spark plugs at 111,000. Currently the check engine light is back on. Also speakers blew out, and cd player spits out cds. Next car I get will for sure be a Ford product, no more GM for me!!!!
Love it but have had problems
Tx_DreamWeaver, 01/14/2009
2002 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought the car at 37000 miles and drove it thru several states and Canada (about 8000 miles total), and couldn't ask for a better ride or drive, but the brake pedal went too low before I got back. I took it to the dealer, and because it happened in the 3000 mi/30 day warranty on used cars, they supposedly fixed the brakes. They didn't feel any different after, and I know the brakes and rotors need replacement now. I had the same problem as others with the no start or shutting down while driving. Just paid $500 for new ignition switch. Only time will tell if it recurs, or if I get the engine leak problem too!
Not Worth the $$$
summergal126, 01/22/2010
2002 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
The theft system on this car is always going off and will not turn on until at least 10 min. later. Took it to the dealership and was told that there was nothing they could do about it. Also the turn signal continually clicks for about 10 seconds after making a turn, Chevy said there was nothing they could do about this either. The car drives well but does not get great gas mileage or do well in snow.
no chevy ever again
Houma La, 06/18/2002
2002 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
I had my malibu for less than a year and had the brakes fixed 3 times. It ran hot several times. The dealer put two motors in it in less than 6 months. The heads were rebuilt about 6 times. The radiator was repaired 3 times. The lower intake valve and water pump were also repaired, and I finally had enough and gave it back!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Never left stranded
jtucker, 01/19/2009
2002 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought this car in October of 2003. Its had brake pads, rotors, and calipers. The A/C hasnt worked since around 36,000 and GM wouldnt cover it. Also i avoided the dexcool related problems by replacing it around 60K with a Prestone Universal coolant. Also the car has very poor electrical systems. (replaced over 30 lights) Other than those things, its been great, never left me stranded. I bought it because of the deal I got on it.
I LOVE THIS CAR
RENEE, 08/01/2003
2002 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
THIS CAR IS DA BOMD
So far, junk!
Anderson, 07/03/2008
2002 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
We bought this car brand new. The first couple years were ok. Today this car is the biggest regret for a car I have ever owned. First, the brakes were junk. Then the catalytic converter went, then the fuel pump, then the heater core, then a engine seal for the coolant, then the ignition module, then another set of brakes, and finally a #350 sensor for the computer that was also giving it starting troubles. I cant even remember the other stuff that has gone wrong. To date I have about $3000 to $4000 in repairs and the car only has 96,000 miles. I have a 08 Silverado and a 98 Cavalier and they are great vehicles. 02 Malibu is junk!