2004 Chevrolet Malibu Classic (Short Tour & Test Drive)

Today, we'll take a short tour and test drive on this 2004 Chevrolet Malibu Classic. It has been my mom's car since 2006 and has been a wonderful car over the years.
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[@AdamsOlympia]

Just picked up a '04 Malibu 4c for $1800 on craigslist. He was asking $1950. New tires, 150k miles. Runs like a champ. Smooth ride! I love it.

[@jerrycross3461]

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[@JetTDi]

Ive got the same car, except its the V6 model. Everything about it is awesome. Great power. Its got 240,000 miles and she still runs great.

[@haeleyjoy5418]

Does she still run well? A girl askin cause I’ve run mine for 5 years since your comment

[@haeleyjoy5418]

I’ve had a white 2004 Malibu classic. Had 103,000 miles on it when I bought it. I’ve drivin from Montana-san Diego-Florida- San Diego- Montana- San Diego- Montana- San Diego. Today it’s 166,000. Only problem is coolant tank and headlights get foggy every now and then but my boyfriend who had a Hyundai Genesis 2010 is jealous of my car because of the gas mileage, AC system, battery and engine power. Won’t ever give up this car until it’s is no longer able to use. I truly believe this is the best car to have

[@haeleyjoy5418]

Bout it for $500 and it’s way over done my money

[@joshuafoster7772]

This Was My Mom's Old Car I Miss It I Love This Car It's My Favorite Car

[@DrkskinTv]

Just bought a 04’ Classic Malibu with 85,000 miles for $500, just needs a new radiator !!!

[@wkelly_semonin]

My grandma had a loaded 2000 LS in Navy Blue Metallic. It also had the rare golden badging package which only made it to select few LS models throughout the 1997-2003 generation (not including the 2004/2005 Classic). It was nearly mint and had over 250K miles when it was traded in late 2019. They're incredibly cars and I absolutely loved it.

[@jerrycross3461]

Jerry

[@jerrycross3461]

Cross

[@SammyVista1972]

Nice reliable workhorses these cars are. As far as them 'falling apart' by 100,000 miles, I guess ours, a 2001, can't count, still going strong at 340,000 KM's or 210,000 miles on original parts except for requisite tuneups, a battery, an alternator, and front brakes. The rear brakes are still original, and the A/C works fine as well. The chassis gets regular oiling to keep it all together. Scheduled maintenance is what it is all about. As for the Japanese car thing, neighbors have a 2008 model of one. It gets fixed and maintained only when needed. It is a rusty, unreliable vehicle on its last legs. Take care of a car and it will take care of you. Pure and simple.

[@chisomagbara6780]

spikedpunk got an o4 Chevy Malibu classic with 239000+ miles on it and it drives well for its age, had to get a new battery and brakes but my baby runs good. Put a remote starter up in there, put a new radio, thinking Og getting tents

[@MagnoliaStateElevators]

We had an 03 Malibu that we bought in 2004 with little over 90,000 miles and it lasted us up until last year with 215,000 miles when it was totaled in an accident...I don't think any car would ever replace my old Malibu. Even though I have an 07 Impala now which has the same sounding v6 engine...Brings back a lot of memories of that Malibu.

[@MichaelAdamsRocks]

I'm sorry to hear that. Yeah, the Malibu has treated us very well.

[@thebestisyettocome4114]

July 2020 I own a 2005 Chevrolet Malibu LT. It's a very good car. 👍🇺🇸

[@pittsburgh_.central]

It is great for a global pandemic right???

[@joshuafoster7772]

It's The Best And The Beautifulest Car Ever I Adore It It's A Vary Nice Car

[@joshuafoster7772]

It Is (: ❤️💙♥️💜💚

[@stevestancill4731]

I just bought a Malibu government court 07 with 59,000 miles on it just for a little junker to meet around and I can’t wait to start driving it. I heard they are very good cars.

[@KOFIKNOWS]

Great first car to have

[@joshuafoster7772]

It's A Great Car To Have It's A Cool Car

[@thisolddog2259]

Just got an 2005. 77,000 mi. Driven by an elderly handicap lady. She was a tiny woman so there was a hand controll for the brakes and an extension for the gas pedal. Being a tall guy, that was the scariest test drive in my life!

[@tennscot]

I just bought one, in Showroom Condition has only 23K miles Original. Hardly ever Driven Stored indoors, Bodywork Paint like new, Dash, Doors Seats A1+ Checked Inside outside and under. Test drove it about 15mls. Brakes Steering good Trans Smooth change Hope I have the same opinion after a few years.

[@davideckerdt6281]

i had the 02 malibu that got hit on the rear it got recked i loved that car!

[@joshuafoster7772]

I'm Sorry )_:

[@jeraldplays9828]

Dude that thing has been running since 06???? That’s great! My dad sold my moms 04 Malibu classic after 5 years of her owning it :( I mean, he’s considering buying another! Anyways, great car!

[@RockerBoy4857]

3:47 love the Grand Am bell :)

[@joshuafoster7772]

It's A Vary Nice Car I Adore It (: 💚💜♥️💙❤️

[@noahmizrahi9834]

My 15 .year old older brother just got one from one of the new chevy dealerships, it was a "fleet" vehicle" since new it is a 2005 malibu classic. it has 84,000 miles and looks and runs like a brand new car. And it is now april of 2022 it has the 2.2 eco tech 4cyl no lights on dash, ac/heat work great. they told my dad it was a temp loaner vehicle. all those years. stero sucks it still has a radio and cd player and no aux or usb input, meh wat can u do.

[@chopciriacruz6030]

I just got me that same car yesterday How do you change the time on dashboard ?

[@WizardMower]

I Love this gen malibu, Only thing I hate are the amber tail lamps, Beside that. I love em.

[@mcdavidhome100]

I noticed you said the eco tech engine has some vibration. Im assuming the dashboard vibrates when you put it in gear mine is like that also and I was thinking it needed motor mounts. are you suggesting the vibration with 4 cylinder engines is normal?

[@MichaelAdamsRocks]

The motor mount on near the firewall was shot on this particular car. It is normal for 4 cylinder engines to have some vibration to a certain degree. This one was exceptionally annoying because of the bad mount.

[@mcdavidhome100]

@@MichaelAdamsRocks ok thanks good to know. When you replaced the mount did the vibration get better?

[@MichaelAdamsRocks]

We never ended up replacing it. The car was traded in last May. Didn’t seem to get any worse though.

[@danieln.285]

The one I just bought shakes a little more during lower rpms in drive and reverse, so that does tell me the motor mount is to be checked. I'm surprised you and the OP also had the same issue on yours too.

[@egorlike]

good video

[@mcdavidhome100]

How much gas mileage do you get? I am only getting about 250 a tank which is not good. Cant understand why though

[@theowlsofouterheaven]

still recommend for a daily commute car? might be getting one in good shape from a friend for 500.

[@MichaelAdamsRocks]

+theowlsofouterheaven Absolutely.

[@CSAcitizen]

Do all Chevy Malibu's have such a loud engine ? I've noticed very loud noisy engines on every one so far. And most of them are 6 cyl. I'm getting my Mom's Chevy Malibu soon 6cyl 2002. Hope it's not as loud in the engine. It's tan like the one in the video. I have to get use to being in a little low to the ground car since I've driven a Ford Cargo Van for over 55 years.

[@GilZu]

Clean as a whistle

[@brorowcarwiz]

How does she do cruising on the highway?

[@jeromejackson5028]

Late but she does good on the highway

[@egorlike]

I got cavalier with same engine and my experience is quite opposite. It feels weak from stand still but on the highway when I need to pass and floor it, the thing flies. Hits the speed governer very quickly. I would even say on highway it feels much fast than my old 95 regal with 3.8

[@Death-Squad90]

Great College car!

[@alldayhazelofi]

I have that same car. But I've already spent over $800 of repairs on it. because parts keep failing. Has the check engine light ever come on in that one?

[@MichaelAdamsRocks]

+michael king There have been 2 times the check engine light has come on. Once because the fuel cap wasn't sealing properly and once because one of the wiring harnesses came unplugged under the hood somehow. But no serious issue has resulted in our favor thus far.

[@alldayhazelofi]

+MichaelAdamsRocks Hmm okay. maybe I just got a bad car. mines the 05 version. And has about 128k miles on it.

[@MichaelAdamsRocks]

+michael king Meh, I wouldn't say it's a bad car, but by the time 128k comes around, they start to need some work. And even on that note, it all depends on how well the previous owners have taken care of it. This car is close to 103k and it needs a motor mount and coolant flush at the present time. Everything else so far is in great working order.

[@alldayhazelofi]

+MichaelAdamsRocks We've just had really bad luck. And I don't have the money to keep fixing things either, or do alot of tune ups and stuff. It's just been a really stressful car so far. For me anyways.

[@mcdavidhome100]

@@MichaelAdamsRocks Why does it need a motor mount?

[@pup19pus36]

I have a chevy Malibu (2004) I am tring to the all the indoors lights, I found two the dome light, trunk light, but can't find the floor light can anyone help?

[@BlakesWrld]

Does that engine have overheating problems like the v6

[@MichaelAdamsRocks]

Never had a problem with that.

[@JulianS-ye3vm]

isaiah213 Yes!! My 02 with the 3.1 overheated on my 4 hour business trip.

[@JulianS-ye3vm]

isaiah213 Other than that its the best car I've ever had!

[@efandmk3382]

The Chevrolet I 4 Ecotech engine is indestructible. That's why it was used in fleet cars.

[@efandmk3382]

These Classics are great cars. But they do have the same issue with the security system as Malibus and Impalas. There is a fix. Remove the ignitions and cut the yellow wire. Problem solved.

[@Lumotaku]

Be readly to learn to do something repairs that become second nature and use your local crazy rays. The window switches give up in these alot. The emergency flashers are also a problem as is the theft system. There are plenty of videos and help to learn how to fix these for next to nothing. If you can put up with that. then the ecotech is good for 200k easy.

[@MichaelAdamsRocks]

Not bad actually. Like I said, lacks passing power but that's about it.

[@shannondulaney6302]

Why didnt u pop the trunk from the remote

[@asukasoryu69]

We had the 2004 Malibu Classic and it lasted until 200,000 miles and then we lost it to a drunk driver.

[@kingneptune-z4q]

why is it so weird that this model malibu is litterally bigger than the newer next model after this year?

[@minniejackson1188]

Where are the thermostats

[@tammylunsford6951]

Mike if ya want to no how bad theses things get look at intechdudes vid and saabkyles vid

[@TheOddball53]

I have one.. Its not to bad except for the small engine. lol

[@CarsonMaillet]

do that oldsmobile

[@MichaelAdamsRocks]

Didn't cross my mind, lol

[@jacoborousseau9339]

This is not a 2004 Malibu Classic, but a simple 2004 Chevy Classic. Fleet car manufactured only in 2004 and 2005, and is a really brainstorm. Maybe your mother use it only for going and return from church.

[@AdamsOlympia]

+Jacobo Rousseau It's a malibu. Exactly the same as the one I just bought (same color and everything) . Only difference is mine has an aftermarket nicer CD player.

[@MichaelAdamsRocks]

Lol, I'll see if she'll let me at some point.

[@MichaelAdamsRocks]

Lol, It's not too bad for a 7 year period.

[@alexw306]

that is not a malibu that is just a a2003 chevy classic with a I-4 2.2liter 140HP

[@MichaelAdamsRocks]

This is a 2004 Chevrolet (Malibu) Classic. There is no 2003 Classic.

[@jeromejackson5028]

Michael Is right

[@danielferstendig]

ashtray could be used for coins

[@Drodogg561]

that's a 2003. the 2004 is a bigger body. the square one lol

[@MichaelAdamsRocks]

It's an 04. This was the last of the this generation Malibu, which is also why they named it the Malibu Classic.

[@MrWolfSnack]

No, it's not called the Malibu Classic. There is no Malibu namesake anywhere in there. It's the Chevrolet Classic, sold for fleet use only. Fleet vehicles always are ran for one year longer than the public line of the car it's based from before that generation is discontinued.

[@Insanevocalists]

they continued this model until 2005.

[@efandmk3382]

Mr WolfSnack....because fleet vehicles tend to be ordered a year or more in advance.

[@gc4060]

This cat will give you a lot of problems down the road if it haven't already.

[@KennyboyGM]

Cat? Cats are loyal and playful.

[@gc4060]

*car

[@timothylines3867]

the other one is called max.

[@jeromejackson5028]

I'm very late but he's talking about the old car buddy

[@stealjay3067]

My dude u might want to cover the license plate

[@danielferstendig]

taxi!

[@scumflowerfuck2070]

just bought one of these for 1100 44k miles 😵‍💫perf condition finna get leather seat covers

[@anthonygarcia-kd8wt]

do the rear seats fold down in this car ? 😶

[@Nicholas-Santiago]

Yes