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If those Maxx dealers show any potential for trouble (bad BBB ratings, poor testimonials, pushy salespeople, etc.), consider shopping for another brand.
Car manufacturers do __not__ do a good job of policing their dealers, sorry to say. This trait has probably done more to create the lemon laws than anything else.
The dealer that sold me my Maxx (started going wrong in finance) proved incompetent and damaged more than fixed things. The second dealer, 15 miles away, __so far__ seems decent and helpful.
The reason for the cabin air filter is very simple: I have to replace the one in my Vibe every 4 months. The thing is absolutely filthy (dirt, mold, tree parts, pollen, bugs) after only 4 months. If you enjoy breathing that in, go for it; I think they have a reality show for that sort of thing now!
On a different note, I finally had a stretch of clear freeway the other day and got my Maxx up to 90+ (I know, I know...) and was very impressed. It is very composed, secure, and quiet at those speeds-- very European. I guess I have to give credit to the Epsilon platform, which is a VERY impressive place to start building such an affordable car as the Maxx.
e2helper is there a governor that will shut down at a certain speed? My Bonneville was set at 115.
maxxmadam: I couldn't agree with you more. Until proven otherwise, the Maxx is still the best value on the market today.
Today I found out you can stop that air flow by just pushing the recirculate button (the led lights up).
Good to know if you want to keep outside odors outside.
kcram
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A particularly "fun" activity is them jumping into the truck lane, accelerating like mad up to the next truck and cutting back into the main lanes. Of course we have 20 - 40 accidents on our freeway system most every day.
One reason I got the MAXX was to have enough power to get out of the way of those - uh - drivers. Sad but true.
I forgot to mention that the Maxx is way better at high speeds than my 99 Jetta was -- and that car really was designed for European high speed travel.
As for high speeds, I agree, after 80, you don't notice what speed you are going in the Maxx. It loves it up there. I just wouldn't make a habit of it with the OEM tires still on the car.
While the idea of making the car more efficient is appreciated, the thought of having __less__power to deal with ridiculous road situations out here isn't.
Why not apply the hybrid solution to the 6 cylinder instead? And while at it, add variable valve timing?
I cannot believe Honda is the __only__ manufacturer that can pull this off. And they don't make hatch/wagons any more.
Maybe I'm just suffering from buyer's remorse, but I'm starting to regret having chosen this car. I just had it in to the dealer today for the second time in 4 months for the following (with dealer resonse in parenthesis):
1)Cruise control that doesn't want to disengage unless you punch the brake pedal hard ("Operates as designed" is the diagnosis).
2) Humming/buzzing sound while accelerating and even at steady 50-60 MPH. (Ditto.)
3) Check engine light on steady (OK, that one was solved on the first visit).
4)Intermittent creak/rattle from liftgate. (Can't duplicate).
5) Fuel gauge that reads only 3/4 full when you top off tank (New fuel tank on order).
6) Sunshades that won't stay closed (I'm living with that-- it's minor compared to the other problems).
I knew when I bought the car that the first year of an all-new design would have glitches, but I didn't expect this many this soon. And I haven't even had the transmission howl, the electric steering failures and electronic glitches that other posters have had. Yet.
Meanwhile, my sister has enjoyed 18000 trouble-free miles in her 03 Accord...the car I *should* have bought. Think about it.
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When is this power useable? Can anyone notice a 10% difference in HP? Will it get you where you are going any faster? Will a 100% increase in HP get you there faster?
I have the 4CYL Malibu. More than adequate power. Yeh sometimes you have to press the accel a little harder but it responds quite well and actually comes alive almost impressivly as the rpm's climb.
I also have a chevy S-10 pickup that is grossly overpowered. Lots of bottom end torque combined with poor handling makes it almost dangerous.
I used to have a 91 Gran Prix with a 6Cyl. I realize engines have improved since then but the 4Cyl malibu will leave that car standing still and get some 8 to 10 MPG more. If the 6cyl's power was adequate in 1991, why is it not anymore? Above a certain point what good is it?
But I've known many people with Hondas and many of them are repeat owners...3 or even 4 Accords and Civics in a row, and while not all their vehicles are 100% problem-free, I've never heard of any of them having so many glitches and annoyances within the first year, let alone the first 4 months.
Even my last two Fords...not exactly a brand known for superb quality...went for well over a year before developing any sort of problem. (And their cruise control puts this Chevrolet's to shame).
Also, on mountain roads, most hybrids exhaust their battery on the way up to the pass, leaving the vehicle dependent on its gas engine. I'd prefer having 200 or so HP available.
As for "thirst for power", personally, I've no desire for these "Hemi" or other vehicles with 400+ hp. Car magazines are ecstatic about them, however.
And as for Honda, my first and last Accord was a lemon.
Wow...wrt GM it's been downhill for me ever since the Prism (a decent Toyota/GM car).
Now __if__ the Mailbu follows the Consumers Union predictions with brakes and electricals falling apart within next two years, I'll know GM is a lost cause.
Would I do it again? Probably not.
The weather was finally nice on Saturday and I wanted to hang out in the sun for a while, but the patio furniture was too dirty. What's one to do in that case? Well, you open the rear passenger side door, fold the front passenger seatback down flat, recline the rear passenger seatback, sit down, prop your feet up, open the sun shades, and relax! It was great!!! So comfortable and warm. If only I had ordered the DVD...........
I love my Maxx.
You missed out buddy!!
Thanks!
I went to TN and back once, to VT during a winter storm of ice and rain and the MAXX behaved like a champion. Maybe the car is good or I am lucky. Either way, I am very happy with my MAXX.
cheers
This car did not have the extras added to it which I did not want anyway.
Maybe e2helper can comment on how the program works when the car starts.
I tried a Pontiac G6 back seat for comparison as it uses the maxx chassis. Ugh. No thigh support, little foot or head room.
Incidently, while the DVD is definitely a great idea for passengers, I wish Chevy had made it removeable (or at least the screen/control part) to protect against theft.
To anyone in LA, CA, I wish anyone with a DVD player in their Maxx the best of luck, and strongly suggest they have __good__ comprehensive insurance !!
Hopefully GM will catch on and in future Maxxes make the player toteable!
Thanks.
However, unless I misread the original message "Mysterious storage compartment", I think the reference was to the slot area on the underside of the console compartment lid. That particular area doesn't seem to be able to handle much more than one of those small packets of tissues.