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5 out of 5 stars

GREAT CAR ABOUT TIME

KENT, 12/15/2003
2004 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

LOVE THIS CAR BEEN IN HONDAS FOR YEARS WAY TO GO CHEVY

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2.38 out of 5 stars

WORST CAR EVER

FRANNI, 02/11/2004
2004 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I HAVE HAD 3 SETS OF BRAKES, 2 WATER PUMPS NEW TIMING BELT, LEFT AXLE, WHEEL BEARING HUB,ALTERNATOR RADIOTOR SENSOR 2X. AND ONLY 20K ON TIERS I AM ON MY 3RD SET OF TIRES.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

I like the Malibu.

Aaron Ferley, 02/16/2004
2004 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I like the style and feel of this car. It turns and drives nicely. Love the gas mileage this vehicle gets (better than the camary). It also has a very quite ride. Overall a very good car.

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5 out of 5 stars

The Camry Killer

Veneratemale, 10/26/2003
2004 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

This vehicle is redesigned inside and out. I brought back my 2002 Malibu which was a marginal car, for the newer 2004 Malibu. My 2004 Malibu ($20,500) has remote start, satellite radio, 6 CD changer, the same undercarriage as the much more expensive Saab 9-3, and an engine with more horsepower than the Accord and Camry. The Malibu has telescope steering, which you won't find in vehicles under $33,000. It also has electronically assisted steering, something else you won't find in cars within its class.

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4 out of 5 stars

Buyer Beware

Buer beware, 08/10/2008
2004 Chevrolet Malibu LT 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

This is one of the most fun, comfortable cars that I have ever purchased from GM. It is unfortunate that the quality is horrible. I have had the steering replaced 3 times, the radio doesn't work properly, the ignition has been replaced, the transmission gaskets have been replaced. The sun visor has been replaced because the glue that holds it together melts in the sun. GM does not stand behind its products. After 22 years of owning nothing but GM products, I wouldn't purchase another one. Nice ride, but horrible workmanship.

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2.88 out of 5 stars

Last American Car

Neveragain, 03/23/2010
2004 Chevrolet Malibu LT 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Bought this car new. Gas cap pressure seal has broke twice. At 300 miles and at 36001 miles (dealer wouldn’t cover second….1 mile over ) Stock tires went off at only 15000 miles Blows turn signal bulbs a lot (24 in 7 years) Rear caliper broke (left hand side) 20, 000 miles Left hand ball joint (can’t replace just ball joint have to replace lower control arm) 40,000 miles Lots of bugs, turned on car with remote start……radio came on, has never done it again. Remote start used to start at 100 yards, today it won’t at 10 feet…..battery changed in remote….still 10 feet Remote broke three times (poorly made) Passenger seat heater…..comes on by it’s self Gas mileage used to be 32 highway,

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5 out of 5 stars

excellent value

tdk, 12/07/2004
2004 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful

We have now had this car for a year 17,000 miles and it has not disappointed. The ride is excellent and the gas mileage for a v-6 w power is great, about 25 in city and 35-38 highway. The 4 cylinder Accord we had in the past never got this kind of mileage and the power was not in the same league as the Malibu. The price is also much less than the imports.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

de Mexico

salvador, 01/27/2004
2004 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful

I love driving my 2004 malibu, but I found some annoying noise when in bumpy roads

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5 out of 5 stars

I just love my new Malibu!

Jamiesue26, 12/27/2003
2004 Chevrolet Malibu LT 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful

The car dealer was wonderful and very informative. The car handles well and is so quiet... it is a dream to drive, especially in Miami traffic!

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5 out of 5 stars

This time Chevrolet has set the standard

NatePT, 12/06/2003
2004 Chevrolet Malibu LT 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful

I spent several months researching and test driving midsize sedans, and found this car to be the best. It ran smoother than the Accord and quieter than the Camry. The suspension and handling are comparable to the other cars in its class, and the standard features on the LT model make it a joy to drive. Many added safety features from last year's model also set this car apart from the rest. If you're looking for a well-built, dependable, and economic midsize sedan, it would be VERY worth your while to check this one out!

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