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Sammii2 recommends this car
09/27/2008
Reviewing: 2003 Used Chevrolet Malibu Base

kickin sound system for a  little malibu. it has a lot of space in it. its my baby the trunk is so big and comfy that i lay in it and read. handles pretty good. i got it almost never used. nothing wrong with it. 12,000 miles. dark grey exterior light grey interior. 28 mpg low maintenece. AWESOME TO DRIVE

Pros — roomy, small, cute
Cons — none
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“Suck It, Ford Taurus.”

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Sean2649 recommends this car
07/16/2008
Reviewing: 2003 Used Chevrolet Malibu Base

Fine enough get and go for a 3000 lb. car.  Turning radius is ridiculously bad, and cornering, consequently is equally awful.    Braking is solid.  Rear view is rather awkward as the default suspension sets the car at an incline, thereby making backing up an adventure.  Due to the light weight, incline suspension, and overall average handling at best, the rear has a tendency to slip out, especially in bad weather.

HOWEVER, it's not a performance vehicle and no one said it was.  It's a solid, reliable car, one that's fine for families and young folks to learn on.  It will keep you safe and haul your crap without complaint.  Overall, it's a fine car.

Pros — Reliability, Safety, Maintenance Costs/Labor, Price, Utility
Cons — Anything nearing performance and handling, save the peppy V6
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“It Is A Really Great Car.i Would Recommend This Car To A Friend.”

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Jasi1 recommends this car
07/01/2008
Reviewing: 2003 Used Chevrolet Malibu LS

I love my car. Gold Malibu. Tan interior. Drives efficiently. Great on the gas.I would buy another someday. I would love to have a sun roof in this car, but can't have all the possitives, and no negatives thats just life. It has a CD player, AC, electronic seats, tilts, spacious compartments. But no way of plugging in my IPOD. It is fun to drive, and fits my personality. It drives, very well, but when stopping its body frame shifts and squeaks. No it is not the brakes, guys. I have not had to make any repairs, other than minor wear repairs. It is a really great car.I would recommend this car to a friend.

Pros — I would buy another someday.
Cons — Not a six seater, only a 5
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Craig411 recommends this car
04/19/2008
Reviewing: 2003 Used Chevrolet Malibu Base

All in all a great car. One of the best automobiles I have ever driven. And I've driven many cars.

Pros — Excellent Handling
Cons — Manual (Standard) Transmission not available
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Matthew2181 recommends this car
04/17/2008
Reviewing: 2003 Used Chevrolet Malibu LS

this car is a decent car. it has plenty of room if you are taller no matter where you are sitting.Engine has power but the fact that it is a weak design makes you think about beating on it.

Pros — plenty of room
Cons — the engine is weak as hell lots of problems with intake gasket leaks
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“An American Car With An European Engine”

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Jose1040 recommends this car
04/13/2008

No as refined as its other competitors as the camry or accord, the overall impression is fair for the price. The cabin is quiet enough and the controls are not impressive but modest. The 3.1 engine performance is the strong point in this car. The ergonomics are good.

Pros — Performance, respetable fuel economy, quiet cabin.
Cons — some cheap-like materials inside the car, high depretiation.
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“It's A Great Car”

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Rozanne3 recommends this car
04/10/2008
Reviewing: 2003 Used Chevrolet Malibu Base

It's a nice car .Has a Great interior.

Pros — Everything
Cons — It does not have a TV
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“Nice, Basic Sedan”

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Andrew6101 recommends this car
04/05/2008
Reviewing: 2003 Used Chevrolet Malibu Base

Handles wonderfully, with little effort, doesn't feel like 4,000 lbs. Comfortable, modern interior, intuitive controls.

Pros — Great to drive.
Cons — Exterior is a little plain.
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“Very Reliable, But Not To Comfortable”

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Ted197 recommends this car
03/31/2008
Reviewing: 2003 Used Chevrolet Malibu Base

The most uncomfortable car I have ever owned, but with only one car in the fam, my wife drove it most of the miles, it has been a very reliable car, and the things that broke were covered under the extended warranty.  I have put 85K+ on in 4 years, and it has been good on gas with Avg. MPG between 23-29 with mixed driving, and my wife's lead foot.

Pros — Very reliable and good in the snow.
Cons — Uncomfortable and uninspiring
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“Most Car For Least $”

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Brad306 recommends this car
03/07/2008
Reviewing: 2003 Used Chevrolet Malibu LS

I love my car. Sure its not the best car on the road, but i still love it.

Pros — 44000 miles, spoiler, leather seats.
Cons — leather seats not heated, no sunroof, no six disc.
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