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Sorry to hear your GM experience was negative. Mine has been wonderful ;-)
The other side of the fence is not always greener, ain't it?
One question - I was under the impression the most one could build up on the GM card was $3,500 (I cashed in about $3,200 when I bought my base model back in March of last year), how did you manage to rack up over $3,700 in earnings?
Entry/exit of the Impala is also much better than the Prizm. Even with the seat pushed all the way to the rear limit, and the steering wheel tilted all the way up, my knees still hit the steering wheel on the Prizm (which is primarily driven by my 5'3" wife, so it isn't really an issue for her).
I opted for the 3.8 liter engine based on it's proven reliability, but the fact that this engine package also includes ABS, traction control, and upgraded tires/wheels made it worth the extra money. However, if I had to choose between a loaded Corolla and a base Impala with the 3.4 engine, I think I'd take the Impala purely from a safety standpoint.
Having driven the Impala for a year, my wife and I are seriously considering trading in the Prizm now (as opposed to waiting 3-4 more years as originally planned) due to the feeling that the car is just too darn small to feel safe. With all the SUVs on the road, I want my family to have the safest ride we can afford (a run in with a Ford Expedition and my old Celica is what spurred me to buy the Impala in the first place). The Corolla/Prizm is fine for one person, but even hauling our two young daughters (ages 8 & 3) starts to make the Prizm feel cramped.
After driving a glorified Honda Civic ('88 Acura Integra loaded) for the last 13 years, I am not really looking forward to another great 13 years in a white-bread Honda Accord EX V6. What I really want is a 01 Impala LS loaded. I am buying it in Orlando and it will reside in the hills of Ohio after the fall.
So... Do I opt for the No Charge NG1 Northeast Emissions Package? What's the benefits. I'll definitely get the K05 Block Heater.
Also... Recommendations for a Extended Warrantee Company? I'm a collector, not a dealer.
Thanks to all the great names for the info. Because of y'all, the salesman whispered to his pit boss I was an 'educated buyer'. I guess that's a code word for...?
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A friend told me that the 3.1l GM engine is descendant of 2.8l one, popular in 1980-ths.
My wife and I have a 1998 Malibu with 3.1l, and 2000 Regal with supercharged 3.8l. We also drove for a month a rental 1999 GrandAM with 3.4l engine, the same as in your Impala. And test-drove Impala with the both engines.
We like the 3.1l engine. The 3.4l is even better with the GA: great torque curve, almost flat from 1800 to 4500 rpm. Though, comparing them with the 3.8l one would be unfair. The later engine is outstanding.
Additionally, we had impression that Impala was somewhat under powered with 3.4l. You know, the car is much bigger than GA. Though, both of us enjoy the good acceleration somewhat out of proportion. Personal tastes...
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card was $3,500 (I cashed in about $3,200 when I bought my base model back in
March of last year), how did you manage to rack up over $3,700 in earnings?>>nosirrahg
I received my GM card when it was first introduced. I think it was back in 1994/1995. At the time, we were allowed to accumulate up to $7,500 in GM rebate points within 7 years. Once you reach past the 7 years without redeeming the points, you lose the points on a revolving 12 months.
Now, that I have redeemed my points, I'm going to cancel this GM card. I already have another GM card that has 1,200 points. I'll sign up for Ford card too.
Go Impala!
I had done a thorough research on all GM cars under $25K. I have to tell you, my first test drive on the Impala was amazing. I couldn't believe the awesome handling of the vehicle, the power, and the quality of the Impala. Immediately, I was hooked on Impala. From then on, I continued to read up on this board, along with other trade journals.
If the only big problem on the Impala is the engine cradle, then I can live with it. There's already a TSB, so I'm not too concern about my vehicle being affected. Not every car is 100% defect free on the 1st year model. You will always expect a few "bugs".
Since you have mentioned your new Accord EX V6, congratulations on your new vehicle. As a past owner of a 1995 Accord EX, I had my fair share of trouble. Since this forum is not about Accord, I will not go into details.
When I took ownership of my LS today, my sister came by to check out my new vehicle. She was wowed about the handling and the affordibility of the Impala. She checked out the car brochure and asked many questions. She currently drives an Infinity Q45. She bitched about paying premium gasoline on her Q45. Who knows, there may be another faithful owner of the Impala?
Go Impala!
"2) With those members that did the radio/amp-bypass..how is the sound in the long run? Any distortions? blown speakers? "
MY ANSWER:
I was the second amp bypasser in June 2000. I have no problems with the sound - thoroughly enjoy it. It's especially good at low to mid levels with very good clarity and realism - on radio, CD and tape.
High listening levels WITH the amp were never a problem but I don't play a car radio that way.
My wires have not come loose - though I do wish there was a bridged plug that accomplished the same effect.
I have not blown any speakers - though it would be easily possible if you overdo the bass - particularly at high volume. Of course, cranked up that high - you're asking for more than blown speakers.
Incidentally, IMO, the IMPALA audio systems withOUT the trunk amp sound just fine.
Your style and spelling are reminiscent of the disgruntled "fastfoodman" who spammed this board several months back under various aliases. If you are not him, I apologize.
One thing you did write that I do agree with is that:
"I know you can get a lemon in any car..." SAD BUT TRUE.
I have a close relative who just bought a Honda EX a month ago. No problems so far.
I bought our IMPALA LS a year ago and fortunately has required NO repairs in 13,000 miles.
To extrapolate that a handful of posters here with legitimate problems leading to buy-backs indicts the whole IMPALA line is ludicrous.
As another poster pointed out - Hondas are showing up with problems of their own as read in their forum. Hopefully yours will not be among them.
the NB (navy) 2001 Impala LS last nite. Onstar included for 1st year- Doubt I'll
renew- we'll see. Paid under dealer invoice but had to see 3 dealers before
I could even get that close. Let you know how things go.
What type of pricing is available on the LS with some good negotiation?
Thanks for your feedback.
I was able to take in a letter with an offer to sell any Chevy at $50 over dealer invoice to
my dealer and started negotiations from there. Made it alot less painful.
I find that I don't use the rearview mirror very much and so even on days when I could use the defroster I don't use it. I use my side mirrors much more (I drive a delivery truck and I'm used to it) and since they get clear quicker it's not a problem really. Teo glad to see you defending the Impala again!
I've done nothing with the disconnected amp plug and power plugs in the trunk. It's just hanging in there. Your idea of using a cable tie and tucking it up out of the way is a good one that I will heed.
Any sense for where folks are generally ending up on pricing?
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However, I don't think there is any risk of that considering the electrical conditions you are talking about. .
You have got more willpower than I.
There's a dealership in Lake Forest, CA. Joe MacPherson Chevrolet, that had a navy blue Impala (not LS) with 3.8 V6 engine. Sticker price is $22.1K. This dealership is taking $3.1K off MSRP. In addition, $1K off for mfg rebate, and $1K off for auto show rebate. Total sale price comes to $16.9K!! This is the 2nd week they promoted on the same vehicle. The build date on this vehicle is 12/00.
The way the slower economy is going, I would never buy anything at or near invoice. As an opportunistic shopper, I wait until there is a sale (loss leader). Fortunately for me, I found a 2000 Impala LS for $6.6K off.
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If the ABS light still comes on after you have tried this procedure, then, yes, you need service.
You should have absolutely no problem driving to your nearest service dealership. Drive with caution though.
Good luck.
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Underside clearance would be less with the Impala than an SUV or maybe even some minivans. Then again, with the lower center of gravity, sedans tend to roll over less often.
When I took a test drive with my wife we drove the LS with the leather seats. I am 6'7" tall and I had to push the head rest up so that it did not hit my upper back.
I looked at the seat again today and it seems that the head rest for the leather seat sits forward more than the standard cloth bucket seats.
My wife and daughter will be the primary drivers, but I am curious as to whether any others have compared the comfort of the cloth bucket seats to the leather bucket seats.
Thanks
Not only is it great for displacing water and preventing corrosion as you noted, but you can use it to remove sticky residue left by old decals and price tags, take off gum from your shoes or car mats, clean paint from your hands. Gotta love it.
home phone # (just kidding) but rest of info: 01 Impala LS build date 8/00
color NB (with gray leather interior) options: driver info center, leather buckets and
Stereo/CD. Let me know if you need something else for your list.
Leather seats might look nicer, but for my environent the material doesn't work or hold up to well. leather requires regular maintenance or else the seat surfaces will crack, peel, fold and discolor with regular use. I personally despise the look of leather seats on a car that is 3 to 4 years old. However, if you live in Snow country, then leather is the way to go. Reason is that you get the highly acclaimed seat warmers for those rigorous winters. That in itself makes plunking an additional $1000 for the leather an useful investment.
If you don't need the seat warmers, you'll be happier with the cloth interior....and...invest those $1000 that you just saved on a good GM Majorguard extended warranty instead.
Headrests: The "Halo" headrests (Cut out design) look very nice and sporty but they are HARD as ROCKS. They are definitely not made to rest your head on them. This is not much of a big deal for the driver but for the front passenger on long road trips. I had to buy a car travel pillow for my wife just for this purpose. I don't think the leather covered 'Halos' are any different.
The normal headrests on the Base Impala seems to be more head comfort friendly but I have no experience on how they feel in comparison to the 'halos'. I don't know if Chevy allows you to swap the halos for normal padded headrests when you buy the car (They both fit nicely in the front seats)...check with your dealer to explore that option.
The front seats of the Impala are extremely comfortable. the back seat is room but I have noticed that the seatback of the rear seat is kinda hard and too upright, but not too bad overall.
That would be very cool.
They're running insentive ads on T.V. right now (every 10 minutes it seems) for $1000 off on the Impalas and one thing keeps bugging me over and over again. This is the best place to ask this question, even if it's stupid. But .....
How do you pronounce the name of this car??? Seems to me the guy on T.v. says it incorrectly.
Do you say "Im PAL a" like a Pal... or "Im Paul A" like Paul????
Maybe I'm getting it wrong. But the guy on t.v. says Im PAL A and it drives me nuts.
Let's take a vote.
Agents Skinner and Scully were driving around in a nice '01 Galaxy Silver Impala LS with Spoiler and the OnStar backglass antenna. Nice exposure the car is receiving from that show.
I like the recent '24/7/365' ads from Chevy. There is a new one I saw over the weekend about the Impala LS with the OnStar, very nice commercial indeed.
My guess is that anyone on LonG Island or in New Joisey would call their cor an Im-PAUL-er.
What do you Texans say?
Ken
Seems like half the people on this board are from Canada!