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Minimal maint and repair, and great MPG
Right front wheel assembly repair only. No transmission issues whatsoever. Brakes last 150,000 miles, tune-up at same mileage. This car just runs and runs. Consistently get 33 mpg, and in the summer, ...
Right front wheel assembly repair only. No transmission issues whatsoever. Brakes last 150,000 miles, tune-up at same mileage. This car just runs and runs. Consistently get 33 mpg, and in the summer, on up to 35 or 36 mpg.
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Safe, Reliable, Great Car
It's been an excellent car overall. Have 58K miles right now and the only problem I've ever had is some exhaust gasket that needed to be replaced for $50 (which included labor).
This is actually my s...
It's been an excellent car overall. Have 58K miles right now and the only problem I've ever had is some exhaust gasket that needed to be replaced for $50 (which included labor).
This is actually my second Malibu. - had an '04 that was totalled before my '06. Both cars were identical, except the look of the steering wheel.
I feel very safe in my Malibu after personally experiencing it during a serious crash that totaled my '04. I was hit from the rear and passenger side, but barely even felt the impacts.
It does have kinda bland styling, especially the exterior, but it's not ugly either.
It handles very well, even during North Dakota winters. The 3.5L V6 has more than enough power for merging and passing and gets as good of gas mileage as many 4 cylinders do.
It has many features that weren't so common back then, like an oil life monitor, average fuel economy, exterior temperature display, etc. I also love the TAPShift manual shifting ability. I use it a lot during winter to downshift when going downhill and turning corners.
The factory stereo is one of the best I've ever heard for a family sedan - although the rear speakers aren't the greatest. They sound a bit "spongy". I find that the smaller front door speakers actually have better sound.
I do wish it has an Aux input jack, and replacing the factory stereo isn't cheap if you want to keep the DIC - which is used through the stereo.
Just a side note... most of the bad reviews I've read are about the Maxx. Not sure why there'd be that big of a difference, but it is something I've noticed.
I can't give it a perfect 5-star rating because no car is perfect, but it's definitely close.
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Love it so much I bought it twice!
I absolutely ADORE my 2006 Malibu. I had one once before, but someone mixed antifreeze in the wrong part under the hood and caused a head gasket issue, so not Chevy's fault. Before that, it had 166k o...
I absolutely ADORE my 2006 Malibu. I had one once before, but someone mixed antifreeze in the wrong part under the hood and caused a head gasket issue, so not Chevy's fault. Before that, it had 166k on it and rolled like a champ.After that, I bought the one I drive now, which is great too. Fast, great on gas, even when the gas prices go up I have no problem getting a half tank with like 15 dollars. No one talks about this much, but these cars have an awesome factory sound system. It sounds great! I would definitely recommend this car to anyone!
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06 malibu LT V6
bought the car new in 2006, have 42000 miles on it and still love the car. Average 25 mpg in town driving and have gotten as high as 39 on long freeway trips, Car is comfortable and Quiet. Great Car
bought the car new in 2006, have 42000 miles on it and still love the car. Average 25 mpg in town driving and have gotten as high as 39 on long freeway trips, Car is comfortable and Quiet. Great Car
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Not a bad used car
I bought my 2006 Malibu used in 2009. The car has been very reliable since I bought it. It has a peppy
four cylinder engine that allows me to quickly pass
cars. However, the interior quality is on the...
I bought my 2006 Malibu used in 2009. The car has been very reliable since I bought it. It has a peppy
four cylinder engine that allows me to quickly pass
cars. However, the interior quality is on the cheap
side, and the fuel level sensor has gone bad which
leaves the fuel gauge useless. The sensor problem
is supposedly typical for 04-06 Malibus.
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Best Car ever owned
I bought this with a real bad prior Kia experience and expected very low everthing.
I got very high everthing...120K miles, 35 MPG at 75 MPH and no problems. None. Seven oils chnages, three sets of ti...
I bought this with a real bad prior Kia experience and expected very low everthing.
I got very high everthing...120K miles, 35 MPG at 75 MPH and no problems. None. Seven oils chnages, three sets of tires, no Problems.
Incredible value for the money.
I am buying a new one in the spring when this is paid off. BTW I am keeping it.
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Love my Malibu
I am very happy with my purchase, the car is comfortable and reliable, has power and looks good. I would definately buy another Chevy my favorite brand, nothing like American engineering.
I am very happy with my purchase, the car is comfortable and reliable, has power and looks good. I would definately buy another Chevy my favorite brand, nothing like American engineering.
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greaaaattt
Love it! Great on gas and very comfy! Can't wait to drive it in the winter time. I would recomment this car to anyone
Love it! Great on gas and very comfy! Can't wait to drive it in the winter time. I would recomment this car to anyone
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RDRUNNER
I HAVE NO PROBLEMS WITH THIS CAR,I BOUGHT THIS CAR SIGHT UNSEEN,NO TEST DRIVE,JUST A PIC ON THE PC,NO REGRETS
I HAVE NO PROBLEMS WITH THIS CAR,I BOUGHT THIS CAR SIGHT UNSEEN,NO TEST DRIVE,JUST A PIC ON THE PC,NO REGRETS
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after 9 monthes
After 9 monthes driving this car I can now be relexd. It is realy a reliable car, good with the fuel consamptin and needed a minimum maintenance expeces. very powerful, and easy to drive it.
After 9 monthes driving this car I can now be relexd. It is realy a reliable car, good with the fuel consamptin and needed a minimum maintenance expeces. very powerful, and easy to drive it.
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