How many Miles on your Malibu? Late Problems?

Polishpat · #1 03-07-2007, 02:17 PM

I have a 2000 Malibu with 93K miles on it and I was just curious how many miles all of you have on your Malibu and if you had any major problems down the stretch

I wanted to put a little money into my car since I really didnt have any major problems. Im looking to repaint it, put on a body kit and do a little engine work..........but before I do that I wanna make sure what the life expectancy is on this car

HELP!!

HyperFox · #2 03-07-2007, 04:03 PM

Once you have the intake manifold gaskets changed, I havent noticed any particular problem.. Goto http://www.malibuclub.ca, or http://www.unitedmalibus.com for some inspiration and modification to these cars.

WPG · #3 03-07-2007, 08:11 PM

My 1998 Malibu LS is at 140,000. I have only had three problems with it:
1) Battery died. No Big Deal replaced battery.
2) Fuel pump replaced at around 90,000-100,000 miles.
3) Intake gaskets just replaced at 139,000 miles. Replaced them myself over a couple of days and the now the car is leak free and runs as good as ever.

I have wanted to buy a newer car but just can't sell this one as it has been the most problem free vehicle I haved owned. So I plan to own this one until it does start to give me problems. And even if more serious problems arise, I will have to weigh out the options as this car is cheap and very easy to work on.

matt50317 · #4 04-16-2007, 04:15 PM

I have a 2001 Malibu with 107K on it, my paint is peeling off for some reason showing black underneath, as if it was repainted. It has a small tick to it and I had the oil changed it there was metal shavings on the plug? What does that mean by the way? There isn't any smoke of any kind.

MissMalibu98 · #5 04-18-2007, 01:11 PM

I have a 98 Malibu with 249,000 miles! The only problem i'm experiencing now is the theft lock issues. other than that, i really can't complain! it's been a pretty good car.

Acidbath · #6 04-18-2007, 05:41 PM

I'd say check your oil pan / rod bearings if your so inclined. Its pretty nasty in those oil pans. And get your tranny fluid changed / flushed + new filter.

lizamae · #7 04-28-2007, 10:10 PM

I have a 98 malibu2.4 with 110000miles on it. it was a really good cartill we let our 16yr old drive it. It is anautomatic and he tried to drive it like it was a 3 speed. Now one of the spark plugs has oil leaking in it and the ABS is wrecked. otherwise it was a great car. I would like to fix it but afraid of how much it would cost. Anyone know? I think it is a 2.4L and had a lot of get up and go before ev en though it was a 4cylinder. Can anyone give me some advice.

bcopeland · #8 04-30-2007, 03:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Acidbath

I'd say check your oil pan / rod bearings if your so inclined. Its pretty nasty in those oil pans. And get your tranny fluid changed / flushed + new filter.

Good Golly Mr. Molly. How often did you change your oil? ? ?

HyperFox · #9 04-30-2007, 04:08 PM

B-jeeezuz.. Wow.. Thank god you let the sludge monster out of there...

Acidbath · #10 05-01-2007, 10:13 AM

That just it man, it was always changed on time. No special oil, but it was mostly due to the oil getting cooked up top where those intake gaskets are at. I just wanted people to see what it did on the bottom end, so if they have had a leaky gasket for a while, they need to drop the pan and clean / flush that puppy out!

johnholl · #11 05-01-2007, 11:16 AM

106,500 miles
blower resistor
altenator
berings
salvage engine installed at 91,000 [coolent in oil]
front springs
lower control arm
rear break lines
fuel lines
gas tank
fuel pump
intake manifold gasket at 100,200 [on 2nd engine-knew what to look for]

other that that it's been goddamn creampuff!!

Bonham · #12 05-07-2007, 08:19 PM

98 Malibu V6 3.1 just turned 130k miles.

Replaced water pump @ 110k miles
Replaced alternator @ 120k miles
Getting a "growling" sound from drivers side front wheel. Gets worse when I turn right. Thinking it's the wheel bearing.

Just replaced front tires. I use Cooper Lifeliner Touring SLE very nice tire.

skrappi · #13 05-09-2007, 01:37 AM

97 Malibu w/ 2.4L

-176000 Miles
-Replaced both front hubs
-Rear brake drums and shoes*
-Front brake pads*
*Hubs and Drums had to be replaced because of neglect
-New transmission*
*Again due to neglect
-Serpentine belt
-Coolant level sensor
-On second battery in eight years.
-Regular oil changes

Other than the big ticket item (tranny) the car has run perfect. Even being ten years old, I am the second owner and it looks and runs brand new.

I have to change a gasket on the rear cam shaft cover but that is not a big deal. Very small oil leak.

skrappi · #14 05-09-2007, 01:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Bonham

98 Malibu V6 3.1 just turned 130k miles.

Replaced water pump @ 110k miles
Replaced alternator @ 120k miles
Getting a "growling" sound from drivers side front wheel. Gets worse when I turn right. Thinking it's the wheel bearing.

Just replaced front tires. I use Cooper Lifeliner Touring SLE very nice tire.

Your are right, it is the bearing. Mine started doing that so the hub had to be replaces. Just make sure the ABS sensor is securely plugged in else you may get a light on your dash.

johnholl · #15 05-09-2007, 11:13 AM

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Originally Posted by skrappi

Your are right, it is the bearing. Mine started doing that so the hub had to be replaces. Just make sure the ABS sensor is securely plugged in else you may get a light on your dash.

The entire wheel hub has to be replaced. The berring is non-replacable by design. plan for $200.00

john h

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