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Tom
Not for nothing, I bought Chevy as I had a half ton Chevy pickup that I put 211k miles on, never much trouble with that, it was a 6 cylinder/4 speed auto trans as well. Looking at the Caddie
CTS as next ride. Still GM.
Tom
at least 5 times since purchased new with 450 miles on it The most recent problem was with the transmission prior to that everything else was a recall , electrical signals & other items. The trans was slipping the dealership finally fixed it after the engine light came on but for a month they thought I was crazy. The most recent Problem now is the shifter sticks when it is cold which Locks the ingnition so the car won't start this has now happened 3 times we sure have worked out the bugs on this car hopefully nthis is the last. I guess these cars are made in Mexico
I am very happy with mine, which has 145k on it...
As far as spoiler being 'tuff', I'm speaking aesthetics,it gives the car a more complete look, a stronger stance.... IMHO
The solenoid was sticking and the cost is $1129.
I called Chevrolet customer assistance and the zone manager has agreed that Chevrolet will share in half the cost with me.
They haven't determined what that will be since there is apparently some wrangling over what the actual repair cost is now that Chevrolet is involved.
My car has been at the dealership for 9 days.
Luckily I have another car to drive.
By the way, I was standing next to Rick Fox (LA Lakers) and Vanessa Williams at the autoshow.
The '03 is the base model,and has the 3.4,with all the usual power goodies,as well as those nice 16" alloy wheels,which really make an improvement to the look,imho.It's white with a navy interior;our 3rd white car,lol!
Take care all
Geez )
Guess it's good that I bought when I did, since the rebate is back to $3000 and not the $4500 that I got (no more $1500 bonus cash, like there was when I bought a couple weeks ago). Don't know if GM is increasing people's earned rebates on their GM cards any more either. The deadline for that was supposedly Jan 2.
Tom
I have one and it's great. It's very good in
the snow too.
I also had a Mercury mistake, a 1999 Merc Mountaineer. I got rid of it after two transmission repairs withing 40K
Rodger
225/60R-16
235/55R-17
245/50R-17
are all about the same circumference
- Manifold leak;
- Driver seat lower back support replaced;
- Heating/cooling fan resistor replaced;
- some other recall that I fail to remember;
- passenger side skirt cracked;
- all four brake rotors turned at 20,000Kms == 12,000miles (I thought this odd due to the brakes being marketed as police grade heavy duty).
Still not decided if I will buy it at the end of the lease (July 2004) or lease a new one. To keep it, I must be convinced that the car will be problem free for many years to come.
It is doing it again.
I am tempted to pull the IP out and shoot some grease in there. LOL.
Mine only makes the noise below 1500 rpms.
Ric )
I am in the process of purchasing a 2002 Impala
63K mi, 4 door sedan
V6 3.4L, auto, A/C
power everything, include power seat
Cruise, ABS, front airbags, CD
Alloy wheels
It's company car which came off a 2-year lease
driven by a lady mostly on the highway
All maintainance includes:
oil change records every 3k/4k miles
flushed coolant once
changed two tires
Car is in good condition
have chevy dealership checked without finding problem, except some scratch at back which chevy bodyshop estimate for $450 repair
Asking for $8850 (kbb trade-in is around $7800)
now firm at $8350
I think I can make it down to $8000 or so
what's your guys opinion?
My 2nd question :I found that at either kbb or edmunds, the trade-in or private party price for a 2002 impala is much higher than that of a 2002 used buick century or chevy Malibu, but all these 3 models have similiar new car price when choosing similiar options because impala has more rebates than malibu¢ury now.
At my local dealer(San antonio, TX) the malibu is being sold at even higher price than impala now.
For an 2002 century or malibu or taurus with same options they have trade-in price only around $5500.
there must be a reason, is Impala far better rated car than century or malibu so to have higher user-car price? then why 2004 impala is cheaper than 04 malibu now?
I am looking forward to your guys' opinion, thank you :-)
Leland
Sounds like a good price on a good car, to me.
The initial quality seems to be perfect: have not found a single blemish or ill-fitting part.
Several people have told me that they love the looks of that car, especially with the medium gray metallic paint job.
It's too early to know anything about reliability, of course, but the car rides, handles, and runs great. I just LOVE it! (OK, it's supposed to be the wife's car, but I get to drive it once in a while.)
Tom
Hi Tom.Glad to hear you're still so happy with your Imp.My only regret is not looking around for an almost new LS,as it comes with features I would have liked.
my only beefs with our car,are the summer windshield wipers,which are just not up to winter use,not the car's fault! Also who designed the glove box? No light in there,and stuff falls out when you open it.I miss a dome light in the middle of the roof.It would make it easier to read the CD's i keep in the arnrest console thingy.
Niggling aside this is a solid roomy quiet comfortable car,that is surprisingly good on gas.
2 thunbs up from us!
Ric )
April 2004 will be the 6th April it has been available.
Time flies.
it really is time for an update.
plus it took GM way too long to make the side mouldings body color.
My Lexus will be sold and I may be driving the Impala until i sell it and buy a Tahoe.
Or may just keep the Impala and it's $218.00 mo. payment.
I've heard stories of the Dex being the problem with the 3.1s and 3.4s.
What engine do you have?
Did you have the infamous 'lower intake' gasket leak?
I have had no leaks of any kind. I did have the recall performed.
I have the 3800.
Without seeing the new Buick LaCrosse.
Miss ya, but do think a Malibu Maxx is up your alley. I'm hopin.
Saw one at the NAIAS in Detroit. Too little cargo capacity. Interior wasn't even up to the standards set by Nissan Altima. I also found the cargo capacity sorely lacking.
Before the show, I was very interested in the 2005 Subaru Outback/Legacy wagon. They had 2004 of both at the show, and a 2005 Legacy wagon. Rear footroom was pathetic. Crossed it off my list.
I don't KNOW that I am buying a Five Hundred. I will test drive them when they come out. But for now, that vehicle looks the most promising.
Ironically, the ONLY GM product I found remotely interesting was the Cobalt sedan. The G6 had rear seat head room suitable for low age humans only.
From what I have seen of Lutz and his cost cutting moves (the Impala I sat in at the show didn't even have a tach!), I doubt I am interested in ANY GM product. Well, I like the DTS, but I am not spending that kind of money on a C-A-R (or even a T-R-U-C-K, which is what the new Outback will be).
Also looking at a Tahoe or SRX for the tax write off.
Doubtful that I would go with another Impala.
Although I have been enjoying driving it since
i got the tranny fixed.
The idiot that created it isn't going to be around much longer.
Good question, glad you asked.
Both of us were rabid Impala fans.
Mine has given me GREAT service...147,400 miles, nothing more than a headlight switch, an ignition switch and normal wear and tear articles like tires and struts (NOT water pumps or alternators or even battery...all of which is still original).
I would not want another Impala largely because of Lutz's cost cutting on small stuff in the interior (glove box locks/light, coin holder, PRNDL lit indicator on console, seat back pockets, etc.) seems indicative to me of more cost cutting I can't see in areas I care about MUCH more.
Not even considering Impala this time. It's a great car. I just happen to like my 2000 better than the 2004's I see out there...not to mention what was a great car in 2000 is a good car in 2004, not great...
Plus I have come to a point where I want a little better interior than the Impala (and even the new Maxx) delivers...
Your political ignorance is showing...
It's a 2000. I have driven many Luminas. You got great service from yours.
I think you will be very pleased. You obviously take care of your cars. For the most part, Impalas are about as bullet proof as they come, save for some steering (ISS) problems (which my car never had and should be solved by now).
Enjoy!
I had a Intrigue that was not built in oshawa and the Impala is far superior to the Intrigue.