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4.38 out of 5 stars

Second time was the charm

ms5468, 04/18/2002
2002 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 4A)
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I purchased my vehicle 4/12/02 brand new had only 13 miles on it. Drive it off the lot and 20 minutes later had a problem with the engine and brakes. The car had to be towed to the dealer the next day, and after heavy negotiations I received another Malibu. Happy to report it runs perfectly. Was a little worried since I traded in a Honda Civic for it. Hope to keep on trucking for at least 7 years.

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3.63 out of 5 stars

halfway to greatness

DEVINU, 02/20/2003
2002 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 4A)
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Great sedan that may push GM to forefront of sedan market. Reliable & affordable yet still needs major improvements in order to capture the hearts of Americans. Can't wait for redesign for 2004 and hope they fixI fix braking system (all wheel disc), electronics(my turn signals stopped working at 60k) and refine the interior/exterior. This car is an excellant value which you will need if you plan to trade-in at any point. I recently traded my 99 ls with 94k and received only 3k. I bought a 03 Accord in order to balance out the 3k in negative equity. Total cost of vehicle over loan length is what counts!

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4.88 out of 5 stars

I love my Malibu

Sassyberry, 03/13/2002
2002 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 4A)
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Previously I have owned only Toyotas and Nissans but the Malibu was love at first drive. After having owned a 200 SX SE, I was spoiled to sport style handling but needed more room for my growing family. I can't find one thing to complain about with this car. Good on gas and fun to drive, it was a great buy!

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4.38 out of 5 stars

'02 Malibu LS

mhj, 07/14/2003
2002 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 4A)
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I purchased my Malibu as my first car out of college, So far I am very pleased. My only additions are window vents and XM radio

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2.5 out of 5 stars

What were you thinking Chevy?

Big Pine Man, 08/26/2008
2002 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 4A)
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I love Chevys but not this one. This has been a terrible car for me. I have so far invested about 3000 dollars in repairs. Fuel pump went, heater core, complete ignition and ignition harness needed to be replaced because car would not start, antifreeze leak, rotors, and several other smaller repairs. All these repairs were done when the car had less than 90000 miles. I love my 1998 Cavalier and my 2008 Silverado, but I would never recommend this car.

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2.25 out of 5 stars

Disgruntled owner :(

unhappy discruntald , 02/19/2010
2002 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 4A)
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have owned this car for 7yrs in those 7yrs this car has been ridiculously a pain!! its had engine problems over heating brakes electrical you name its gone wrong..i'm very unhappy with this car.with every little money i get it has gone into this vehicle and to tell you the truth its not worth it!! if its not one thing its another (thank you AAA) just recently my trunk will not open and the brakes are failing!!!

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2.5 out of 5 stars

Never again

not satisfied, 03/22/2002
2002 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 4A)
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Sorry, but I have nothing good to say about this car. If it weren't for a company vehicle, I would not purchase one. Many brake problems and other problems that cost me a lot of dollars over the 3 year life. Enough said!!

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4.25 out of 5 stars

DECENT

JENNY, 07/18/2003
2002 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 4A)
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OVERALL I LOVE MY MALIBU, ITS CUTE, COMFTY AND FITS ME VERY WELL. IF YA LIKE A SOMEWHAT SMALLER CAR... THIS ONE IS A EXCELLENT CHOICE. B/C ITS TOO BIG AND NOT TOO SMALL.

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3 out of 5 stars

Just middle of the road

slimjim, 04/30/2005
2002 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 4A)
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I have had my Malibu for 3 years now and I can tell you it is good all around transportation. It is just about the right size. Has all the right options. I have the LS so it has most of the toys I like having. One complaint I do have with the car is I had to replace the brakes and rotors with only 34000 miles and I blame that one on GM. So, knocking on wood, I can say this has been a rather trouble free car so far. I hope it stays that way.

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3.5 out of 5 stars

OMG! What is not wrong with this junk?

Jacki, 11/03/2010
2002 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 4A)
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Everything that everyone has been saying. Brakes, fuel pump, brakes, engine, brakes. You get my point.

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