The CAR WIZARD shares what CHEVY Cars TO Buy & NOT to Buy!

Taking from his years of experience working on cars the CAR WIZARD 🧙‍♂️ shares the top Chevrolet Cars TO buy and NOT to buy!
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[@_BAD_MERC_]

I work in repo. I see these vehicles at 30K miles with engine and transmission failures. The Chevy Cruze and Buick Verano are smoldering pieces of shit before the paint is dry.

[@mt1885]

REPO rate is like 30%+ and they are already abused and destroyed.

[@wobblysauce]

I guess it is why people give up on them and play the Repo game.

[@lesserlogic9977]

No Mentone of the cruze

[@maximusareilius2262]

I was gonna mention the Chevy Cruze. I heard they are terrible. 😬🙄

[@OffGridInvestor]

Here in Australia the early korean made cruzes were crap. Then for a few years they made them in Australia and the quality was fantastic.

[@philspaghet]

Chevy is the only brand whose sports cars are more reliable than their family crossovers

[@hybridAbsol]

Yes , buy more Camaros , Corvettes , Impala SS , Chevy SS and Cobalt SS

[@seed_drill7135]

@@Crustychevrolet Yeah, but Dodge and Ford trucks are also more reliable than their family crossovers.

[@johnfrese4851]

So true because the older Malibu and impalas from the 70 and 80 era were a lot better made than what's t out now

[@Scottsdaleofficesteve]

Mazda too

[@Scottsdaleofficesteve]

And Ford

[@79thump8]

You should do one of these for every automaker. And the car industry should listen.

[@ClintE55]

They won't they haven't for years

[@ForeignReview]

Facts

[@missingremote4388]

It's all in the suspension. Can be modified to be more firm/Heavy Duty. Even a 4 door Fwd, (front wheel drive)

[@samuelsamsonian5832]

@Beardio If enough people share the videos, one voice becomes thousands.

[@79thump8]

Especially when you combine the roughly 1 million subscribers associated with the Wizards channel, Hoovie, and WatchJRGO.

[@ChayzzDevyant]

3.6 V6 *Timing chain tensioners have left the chat.

[@markh.6687]

See also ecotech 2.2L.

[@atx-cvpi_99]

Any first gen High Feature V6 has the same timing chain failures. Doesn’t matter if it’s a 2.8, 3.0, 3.2, or 3.6 V6. It doesn’t matter if it has turbos on it. The second gen didn’t come out until 2016.

[@atx-cvpi_99]

@@markh.6687 2.4 too.

[@markh.6687]

@@atx-cvpi_99 Thanks; never tripped over a warning like on the 2.2's .

[@prixinc1]

So are the 2nd gen 3.6 V6 from 2016 better & more reliable?

[@StoneCoolds]

i had found Cavaliers in mexico with 600k - 750k miles and still going xD

[@curlyfriesolaire8053]

@Gabriel Ochoa sounds like beater car material.

[@issabendeck1135]

Same chevy s10 2.2 liter i sold it with 500000 kilometers

[@InvestBetter.]

4:52 That knocks out about half of the current GM fleet So the answer is buy older GM cars, not newer GM cars

[@YungAcorn]

Dog I'm so with this. I just dont trust these new car's build quality. Have an 07 trailblazer with 184k on the clock and it still runs smooth as hell. They just dont make em like the used to.

[@johnrickard8512]

I have my 2006 Buick Lacrosse CX(dodged the bullet with the 3.6 V6 in the CXS - I instead got the 3.8 V6...you know what that means) and everyone I talk to says that car will probably last forever. I'm inclined to agree.

[@IronGoldDiamond]

05 equinox babyyyyy

[@boi0213]

The Future Is Here I have a 3.6 2015 Cadillac with 250k and a 3.6 2012 traverse with almost 350k.. I think there’s just more bad apples than good, if you treat it right it’ll last. I haven’t had to replace a single part except headlights

[@davidbeaulieu4815]

Unless its a bolt which is quite nice. I love mine.

[@trentopinto5]

I totally agree. My 2002 Impala LS 3.8 has 206k on it, it still runs really well, and the A/C even works. I just took it on a 2400 mile road trip and it didn't skip a beat.

[@ryannnftw]

Just bought a 2004 3.4L from an elderly retired couple recently with only 56k miles. I wanted the LS, but considering the mileage, I figured I would be better off with it. So far so good.

[@bufordblu3338]

My Camry has twice that..

[@Bobby-cm7vu]

@@bufordblu3338 GM 3.8 can easily do as many miles as any toyota

[@jordansheppard6643]

Toyota’s are triple the price also

[@v8dude609]

3.8's beat the crap out of the camry any day of the week

[@williamfairchild8119]

In 2004 I sold my friend a 2002 cavalier for $3200 and he's still driving it and refuses to get rid of it. Unfortunately he's going to die before the car does because he's very old

[@jamesmay4495]

Uhhhhh

[@pianofry1138]

Don't worry their will be some crack is whack version in 2050 still on the road. Cavaliers are just one of those cars that god doesn't let die no matter how bad they get.

[@MadMac5]

If one can keep the rust from consuming them anywhere there's salt on the road or in the air, the old J-bodies with the 2.2 L 4-cylinder are pretty much unkillable as long as the fuel pump is kept alive by not running it too far below 1/4 of a tank of fuel. Unfortunately, I saw more than a few that died an early death in the early 2000s as the owners had not a lot of cash and regularly ran the car on fumes since they didn't have the money to fuel up before payday. They were then left with the prospect of an $800 (Canadian pesos) fuel pump PLUS the labour to drop the fuel tank and install it, which often exceeded what the car was worth. :\

[@EagleScoutmano]

I think the bigger takeaway from this is that, in 2004, you could get a used, probably fairly low mileage, 3 year old car for $3200... These days you're probably still stuck buying that 2002 car, but now with high mileage, for $3200.

[@ValisFan3]

@@EagleScoutmano I'm looking at used Chevy cars near me, and it is pretty consistent, that 2003 - 2010 used cars are around $3000 - $5000.

[@soulslaveone]

Wizards heart is made of gold. It shows in his youtube videos. Wizard ftw!!

[@Adamz678]

"Try, try, try to understand He's a magic man Yeah, oh" Sang by Heart and said by hoovie.

[@lukebakeis6687]

"And for the love of god dont buy a Chevy Aveo they're ugly as hell." - Car Wizard

[@gavinhanson9213]

Luke Bakeis I actually laughed out loud at that part.

[@sporkybutterz]

Rebadged korean car

[@TheOzthewiz]

Does "ugly as hell" apply to the early Chevy Sonics, since they look the same?

[@MichaelAStanhope]

Aveos are just junk. The Sonic is a much better car although not the prettiest one.

[@jamestyler114]

Including the Chevy spark?

[@tdchdatsunz]

My favorite chevy, by far and away, was my 05 Impala SS with the Series II 3800 Supercharged V6, plenty of power, plenty of torque, well built interior, leather heated seats, great stereo, OnStar, comfortable ride, good brakes, great handling for a fwd sedan, and in black, actually really great to look at

[@seangilbert7365]

Had an 04 SS for my first car. Loved that thing to death. Great car with lots of power as you said. I do miss it from time to time. It kept going no matter how my foolish teenage self treated it

[@coreybailey4173]

Great car I have a 05 Impala SS and love it

[@jaytaylor629]

That generation Impala was fantastic. One of the best cars I ever drove and the car I got my licence in. I still remember Top Gear making fun of it compared to the legendary Impalas of the 50s and 60s, but I think the 2000-05 Impala is a legend in its own right.

[@michaelmohrle1773]

I had the 2004 Indy 500 edition only 4,088 made. Damm rust underneath on the frame. Looked perfect on the outside. miss it.

[@victoria.beilstein996]

@@jaytaylor629 Was this gen Impala featured in a Top Gear episode??

[@NickGuzelian]

This is the most helpful video I've watched all year, probably ever, because you just help me decide on a car for my family, and saved me from making a big mistake. Thank you Mr. Wizard!!!

[@kclefthanded427]

Jeremy Clarkson said "Yes, you can buy an Italian supercar for under £10,000. But for the love of god DON'T!"

[@rturner4205]

Especally if the seller claims the engine was rebuilt ;)

[@Hotlog69]

I don't care about tractors, but I love Crazy D's crazy ways to make a buck!

[@CaptHollister]

We bought both of our daughters 2002 basest of the base Cavaliers VXs with manual transmissions and hand-cranked windows. Early on one of them had some issues with the rear brakes due to some poor maintenance in its previous life. Once that was sorted, they were dead reliable and served them through college and university and well into their first jobs. Absolutely recommended.

[@racerboy2212]

It’s funny how your older videos are just now popping up on my feed. No complaints whatsoever, I love them all, keep’em coming!

[@angelo1475]

2006 Chevy Tahoe running strong around 230,000 miles on it runs like an absolute beast

[@colemang6951]

We just put a brand new engine in my mom's 2007 Suburban at a hundred thousand miles. Just hit a hundred and fifty thousand last week. Engine has been the only mechanical issue since it was bought new in 2007.

[@anabolicdopeboy7413]

Does it have the Vortec engine?

[@Nothingtoya]

Although it's not the same engine, I have a Chevy Silverado with the 8.1 big block with an allison 5 speed, it's about to roll over to 300,000 miles. Changed a fuel pump, alternator, and the radiator, that's it. All the power options still work, including the seats and the ac will freeze you out. Gets shit for gas mileage though

[@angelo1475]

anabolic dopeboy yes

[@angelo1475]

Josh B lmao that’s dope

[@fpsevanj]

1999-2006 GM Trucks/SUV's (GMT-800 platform) were one of the most solid vehicles GM ever made.

[@xreediculousx]

Can confirm. I've got an 04 Yukon with 214k miles. She's been a dream.

[@FloorItDuh]

Big facts.

[@3Wheels1Block]

very true have one with 420,000 miles and still going.

[@BigBing1987]

To bad the bodys rot away at an alarming rate in some climates, but taken care of the drivetrain will do 300k+ miles no sweat. Also if possible find one with a 4L80 transmission or a manual, 4L60 can be trouble, but they can be rebuilt reasonably at least.

[@jaden.sanderson]

I agree, mine has 213,000 miles and it's great

[@robertwhatley9078]

I'm in the market for a used car and this series is so helpful. Thank you so much man, I am a subscriber

[@T.-14]

I have a 2002 impala 3.8 great car. I put a engine and transmission a whole cradle swap. It only had 115,000 on it and my original motor had 197,000 replaced all the sensors and transmission solenoids, feels like a new car. Great job GM.

[@takingLsss]

the car wizard forgot to mention the 1998-2002 chevrolet prizm, which is literally a toyota corolla with chevy logos instead of toyota’s

[@clutchthepearls3062]

Those are great if you can find one that isn't beat to hell and back. A decent one will be quite a bit less than the Corolla because most people are none the wiser.

[@s8bre101]

Linden Swann that’s probably a solid car then lol

[@atodaso1668]

so was the potiac vibe, toyota engine joint venture

[@takingLsss]

Colin Wilson toyota matrix engine and transmission, literally in the pontiac vibe, just a different body. think that toyota sourced their engine on the matrix from yamaha and it was a high revving beast!

[@frazzleface753]

yeahh, but those aren't real Chevys. That's why they're so good!

[@yadielmendez7292]

I’m a service advisor at a Buick/GMC dealership and believe me when I say every week an enclave comes in and it needs a new trans, Acadia comes in with check engine light on and it needs timing chains,actuators. The Terrains have oil consumption issues and the intake cam actuator failures and rarely do they ever have over 100k miles on them. Mostly under 80k miles they come in with these problems. And I drive to work everyday with my 2003 Toyota Camry with over 230,000 miles on it without a problem lol

[@realbeetlejuice]

what about Verano's? specifically the 2.0T verano, any issues you seen?

[@TheOzthewiz]

The Chevy Equinox was involved in a class action lawsuit because of excessive oil consumption.

[@MonsterFuryGames]

Is there any good gm product (affordable) right now? I really like their cars but their reliability piss me off

[@kevs2good133]

Dr.Yadiel Mendez Jr. 230k barely broken in

[@yiyangcheng]

Luckily I have a 2012 terrain with the 3.0V6 and knock on wood

[@danielhaupt8585]

I had a 07 HHR. With the ecotec 2.4L traded it in @ 130k, never did anything but oil changes, trans. service,front brake pads/ new rotors.that's it.I thought it served me well.

[@shafferjoe1962]

Thank you Wizard for your input and knowledge of cars and there past. God bless you brother...

[@heartofdixie67]

You need to sell GM Traverse Transmissions and Engines on your website !!!🤗

[@JDMHaze]

Tony K WITHOUT WARRANTY

[@donrossi1603]

Happy Birthday Wizard..!! Great Vid..!!

[@HowardJrFord]

The camaro is not a sports car wannabe. From its inception it was meant to be a pony car - muscle car.

[@ironmonkey1512]

Good god man, did you want him to say 'sporty'? Yeesh!!!

[@MrJMS814]

Pony car, not muscle car.

[@MrCarbonProductions]

I am a IROCZ owner , 4th gen camaro truly is a wannabe muscle car. Nobody likes a catfish

[@antonio_ws6]

@@MrCarbonProductions and people love the trailer park mullet machine more?

[@kingshabazz1310]

Corvette is a true “sports car”

[@Mr1234512]

Keep doing these type videos. So much fun and very informative.

[@sabbath2112]

i see tahoes everywhere i turn, now it makes sense.

[@condeerogers5858]

Jamie....You're right. They are everywhere. My 98 Tahoe has 346,000 miles on it and it doesn't smoke or burn oil. Runs like a sewing machine. The last of the floor shift transfer case. This thing is bullet proof. I can't believe it.

[@CalvinJGreen]

@@condeerogers5858 ooh Nice! floor shift manual transfer cases are rare! The Electric ones are garbage! Not a danm one that works properly; I have the manual transfer case on my 01 Silverado.

[@condeerogers5858]

@@CalvinJGreen ...I thought the floor shift transfer cases after 1999 were gone forever.

[@CalvinJGreen]

@@condeerogers5858 not sure Probably not completely gone til o6

[@condeerogers5858]

@@CalvinJGreen ....I have a Trailblazer, 04, and it's on the dash. So far so good. I wish it was on the floor.

[@AndrewWillson350]

You’re spot on with the 3.6. I had an ‘05 CTS with it - the car was gorgeous. It was a dream to drive, got good mileage, but at 60,000 miles it went through a quart of oil probably every 300 miles. It was heartbreaking because I enjoyed the car so much but I sold it before it could die on me.

[@ww45818]

I bought a traverse for a family car, everyone has told me about the issues ever since I’ve bought it. I’ve shown it some extra TLC and learning more about basic vehicle maintenance (thank you by the way!) and so far at 60k miles, I’ve only had a gas purge valve go out, but that was a pretty easy fix. Overall been a reliable ride. Got to go now I see smoke from the garage. 😂

[@ChrisB10]

I mean no car should have problems at 60k. I would be disappointed if my tundra had problems at 160k nvm 60....

[@davewilson7602]

It also depends what year. The 2018+ model actually isn’t bad First gen (especially first couple years) are awful most of the time

[@salvadordeleon9393]

Just take care of it and maintain it and it will be reliable

[@hd221813]

Truly an impressive knowledge! Keep up the good work! Greetings from Italy.

[@jmonsted]

I felt old when i turned 40. Now that i'm 41, i don't any more.

[@digitalrailroader]

Jesper Monsted I feel old and I’m 30!

[@dragasoni]

Same here, turning 40 was rough...

[@centralcoastcamper9631]

I thought I was old when I turned 40, but that all changed when I passed fifty!

[@jamesavery6671]

Hell I was 1 years old 3 years ago. Good times are gone. Used to be breast fed and pampered now im just another toddler

[@postshawn]

Agreed with the Traverse. I had one that got Lemoned. GM had to buy it back because they could not fix the electrical issues. Oh, and Happy Birthday Wizard!

[@memphistiger4647]

My wife has a friend who bought a new Acadia last year. It's been in the shop a total of 6 weeks since last August with more repairs coming.

[@nickcaesar7650]

MemphisTiger I don’t understand why people spend their hard earned money on garbage cars... ignorance?

[@memphistiger4647]

@@nickcaesar7650 I'd say GM has a stronghold on the large family vehicle sector regarding SUVs. I will say that I've owned a 2008 escalade for over 5 years. It's been trouble free and it also DOES NOT have displacement on demand or hybrid battery nonsense so I don't have to worry about cam bearing /lifter trouble as bad or replacing large batteries. The newer 6.2 GM motors have had that trouble a lot as car wizard has mentioned.

[@ryschy1059]

Totally gonna knock ya on the Camaro bud. I’ve had 3 4th gens, 2 with the 5.7 ls1 and one with the 3.8v6. Great freakin cars all around and never had any issues with them. Plus they are cheaper than the vett of those years, all depending on the mileage of them.

[@LORALEE-reelfootlake-TN]

I also have a 2002 Camaro bought new and it stills runs like a champ

[@ryschy1059]

@@LORALEE-reelfootlake-TN where have you been all my life lol

[@tristanlong7]

I think has more to do with the people who own them. A corvette owner is more known to be older and not thrash on them. A camaro owner is more known to be a person that thrashes on them and mod the hell out of them, especially the Z/28 or SS owners. More people would rather have the corvette over the camaro and it would probably be better taken care of.

[@honkhonkler7732]

It wasn't about reliability but very poor engine access.

[@cali2468]

You're wrong about the '98-02 F-body. I've owned 8 of them. They are very reliable and can make for a good daily if necessary. The only issue really is changing the #8 spark plugs and but you easily access it from underneath the car. It's not a bad car at all and it's actually a great performance bang for the buck.

[@charleycollins1]

Cali I couldn’t agree more with what you’ve said.

[@rustler08]

Corvettes are sport cars, Camaros are muscle cars. Two entirely different categories. And, the last two cylinders suck to work on, but the Catfish does make a great drag car.

[@lsswappedcessna]

That's a great name for the 2000-04 Camaro. Catfish!

[@lsswappedcessna]

@frank white Yeah.

[@smokejumper5379]

Tbh camaros from 1995 and onward are more pony cars

[@alexbenjaminlubbers]

@@smokejumper5379 I love the 1993 Camaro, it's my birth year and I had one, albeit with a blown engine and couldn't drive it because of my Cerebral Palsy, but she was built 5 months exactly before I was born.

[@blackericdenice]

rustler08 The Insurance companies call Camaro sports cars

[@cool2180]

*I just love how the carwizard gives good advice.* *There is always going to be these people who like to find out the hard way.*

[@jaybru661]

Thanks for these videos! I was actually considering some of those you said to NOT buy. Appreciate it immensely. 😁👏

[@josephrutz4248]

Your spot on "Car Wizard" with respect to dumping more than 5k shortly after purchasing a 2011 traverse. P0017 still persists after dumping this kind of money during the replacement of timing chains, phasers, oil control solenoids, and sensors. Two 40 year+ mechanics tore this engine apart twice trying to resolve the issue. The code changed from p0018 to p0017 after the second teardown. Car runs fine, but engine trouble is permanently illuminated. Your Channel is the Best ! Thank you for your mini college courses you share with the world 😊

[@jimjohnson7931]

This gentleman here is sheer automotive genius in the flesh. I would genuinely consider shippin my vehicle out to omega in kansas to have the wizard work on it

[@carldarlington7395]

I had a 2001 Cavalier that was reliable but it continuously shed parts. It just kept falling apart. I bought my Cobalt new and nine years later it has been really good. In nine years I have spent less than $ 1000 in repairs.

[@MultiMilTown]

Had a 99. In my opinion, the engine and trans were great. As far as everything else..... the dash completely fell apart. Radio fell out. Speakers all blew, truck release wouldn't work at times, blinkers AND hazards just stopped working, door latches would get stuck and you couldn't close the door, paint was terrible... so much more. But it had over 350k miles before giving it away. Still ran somehow

[@ItsMe-ic7on]

I believe I had an 89 cavalier it was a good car five speed but it was a great car I love that thing and I had a hydraulic clutch no cable system that was nice. Lost my job missed my payments got it repoed broke my heart

[@davey3710]

I have a 95

[@lashlarue7924]

Boy, Wizard I really thank you for sharing this. I respect it and will spread the Word. Your channel is one of my very favorites, and I take your Word as gospel.

[@KatnlssEverdeen]

"And for the love of god just don't buy a Chevy Aveo.. They're just ugly as hell." Love you Car Wizard.. Also, glad I watched these after he listed every car i've ever owned, not to buy..

[@wannafly34]

Happy Birthday Wiz! Just did 45 myself - congrats!

[@groeneklodder]

Chevy Aveo is actually rebranded Daewoo i believe

[@rebelguy9487]

You'd be correct on the Aveo/Daewoo connection

[@Sonicfan1661]

With how far reaching GM is I'm not surprised.

[@benjyfriedman]

Aveo Hatchback = Lanos Hatchback / Aveo Sedan = Nubira Sedan.

[@buick95gs21]

Your right I own a Aveo a piece of shit car well the engine is no good

[@theLV2]

Yeah, the Aveo line was originally Chevy Kalos which was a rebranded Daewoo.

[@wtcb7892]

You just confirmed what I thought about the traverse. Thanks CW!

[@mulehead3697]

Thanks CW for sharing your knowledge.

[@joefaracevideos]

Thanks you so much for these videos, Wiz. You are doing a public service, And Happy Birthday, Wiz from a fellow Gemini.

[@MiamiZombie2012]

My first car was an 02 cavalier and it's what I cut my teeth on when I gained interest in automotive repair. Cheaply made but man was it reliable.

[@cjmarsh504]

Yep, very

[@jasonbirdwell6342]

02 was the LAST good year for Cavalier. 2003 to 2005 was a TERRIBLE car because of the 2.2 Ecotec engine. Those are VERY unreliable engines.

[@MiamiZombie2012]

@@jasonbirdwell6342 Yea totally dude, worked on enough of those crap engines. Definitely don't miss them.

[@murphymaximus2273]

Thats funny, i have a 2005 caviler with 300k miles and never had a problem

[@MiamiZombie2012]

@@murphymaximus2273 That's awesome dude, I'd love to see it. Do you happen to have a video on it, if not can you make one? Get that baby to 500k on the original drivetrain and that'll be truly impressive.

[@clerissonmesquita]

Thank you so much for your invaluable information, highly appreciate it, keep it up the outstanding job, have a great day.

[@L1nkOne]

If you want a little more power with a bulletproof 3.8, the Monte Carlo from 00-05' are awesome. They also have a supercharged version that was sold in 04 & 05

[@aidenwilson6805]

Had a 04 ss non s/c replaced only the thermostat, ran perfect

[@joe6096]

I knew back around 2008 when GM ended production of the 3800 it was going to be impossible for them to replace it with anything NEAR as perfect a combination of reliability, efficiency, and performance. The 3.6 is a tin can full of loose bolts in comparison. I’m sure the Wizard knows this but the blueprints and block for the 3800 go back to about 1964. When GM was replacing the “Blue Flame” straight six that was used in everything from pickup trucks to the 1953-55 Corvette. By the 1980s the 231 cu.in. V6 was the standard base engine in almost every car GM made. I had a 1985 Buick Regal with one. While it was bogged down with smog pumps and a single barrel Rochester carb it was still super reliable. The Regal was a rusted out mess when we got rid of it in 1997 but at 140,000 the engine was still strong. Once GM switched to fuel injection in the late 80s, met emissions without a smog pump, then made it available with the Eaton supercharger in the 90s, that engine really woke up and became one of the best overall engines on the planet by ANY manufacturer. Over the years it’s power output went from around 120 hp in the 1960s-80s to pumping out 260 hp at the end with the supercharger and never losing its rock solid reliability, while returning over 30 mpg on the highway! I totally agree with and will attest to the Wizard - if you get the opportunity to buy a car with the 3800 do not hesitate!

[@DreamCarsPro]

Wow! Thank you *Car Wizard* for this amazing information! Good luck!

[@r.marcosroel3604]

Happy Birthday Car Wizard! From a dedicated fan, Keep on keeping on.

[@einsteincasino8539]

I like this series of videos!! I can't wait for Acura and Lexus recommendations based on your experience!

[@reginaldbryant1919]

Happy Birthday Wizard!! You don't look a day over 39 :-)

[@Raider19582]

My wife bought a 2012 Equinox back in 2015 and it's been awesome. Had to replace a 50 dollar sensor and just replaced the factory battery.

[@yiyangcheng]

But I have to make a correction though, 2013 and on Malibu’s don’t have the 3.6 though. The largest motor you can get for those years are the 2.0T though.

[@Game-The-System]

Thanks. On top of that, he didn't mention one thing bad about the rest of the car or the other trims. Seems like his only issue is the V6. I have a 4-cyl. '08 for my daily driver and my mom has a '13. Both have been fairly reliable. Mine is going on >130K miles and my mom's is nearing ~100K miles.

[@troublesome3607]

I have a 2017 Traverse. I've only had minor AC issues with. But, when I bought it I knew to take extra care of the engine and Transmission. It probably helps that I do my own work so it hasn't cost me much as all. Good video

[@zackc.8015]

I always liked those..👍

[@andrewbutton5580]

I have seen the exact same things. This information is priceless. This man knows his stuff.

[@TheOzthewiz]

Scotty Kilmer agrees.

[@mereskimade]

Great Advice! Absolutely nobody better to ask what car to buy than a multi brand, independent mechanic like you. P.S. Happy Birthday, You're killing it at 40. Be proud!

[@rueben44]

Sorry wrong!

[@asvpapi]

Wow, I have a 2000 Chevy Cavalier! You are correct! They are simple and economic. Thanks!!!

[@redroseblossom]

I support car wizard and sharing knowledge to the consumer. Thanks for all your advice.

[@jfrodr]

Would love a VW-Audi episode were the wizard just yells "NONE OF THEM!". Wish you a happy birthday!

[@MrMduchesne23]

As an owner of a 2015 vw mk7 gti....my fingers have been crossed since I bought it.it now has 80k km. It really is the best driving car I ever had. I really hope it doesnt magically turn to shit

[@markvanderwel7182]

Why? Last week someone showed me his VW Lupo diesel with 754.000 km on the clock. That's about 490.000 miles. He is still driving 1.000 km per week with this VW Lupo. With that milage every American should drive it.

[@reistje]

They had a lot of issues last 15 years, I would even agree there's a lot of them you should dodge. Not all of them are shit though, like the Golf 7 GTI mentioned is fine. Anyways in the USA you miss the diesels which is the interesting stuff.

[@jfrodr]

@@reistje yeah, i would say nearly every VW over 2012 is no more problematic than a Toyota or a Honda, but the wizard does suggestions over the 2000-2010 period and a that time most vw-audi cars had a lot of issues, mainly electronics, but also some engine design flaws in the late 2000s

[@MrConor159]

The e golf is quite reliable

[@Lherrerajr78]

His thinking chair looks like the seat out of Hoovies Hummer..🤔

[@WitchTrials92]

It is

[@FlipMedicalCommodities]

Awesome video that I'm sure saved people tons of money. Used to own the 3.8L Impala, loved the car, only blew up because I used pure water in the coolant during the winter time. Live and learn lol

[@stranger5088]

I had an 01 cavalier with the 2.2 ohv engine. That was hands down the best car I’ve had right up until John Force’s granny left the stop sign and hit it in the A pillar. I had 180k on it and had only ever changed the oil and replaced the radiator.

[@jasepoag8930]

I love my C5, but they can be a bit of a handful. The motors are rock solid, but they have a lot of issues with the HVAC, electrical, window regulators, and dash rattles.

[@tjwatson0403]

That's what all GM from that era is. I had a GMC Sonoma that was the same way

[@brandon18054]

Some year C5's were better than others, especially the 01-04 cars since they had most of the common problems worked out by then. I have a 1998 and although it is an early year production car I've had almost no issues with it.

[@jasepoag8930]

@@brandon18054yeah, mine is an 01. At least all the problems on it are still fixable unlike the EBCM and steering sensor from earlier years.

[@discerningmind]

I've noticed from '68 on Corvette interiors don't seem to hold up. I had a '95/C4 that the interior had many broken fasteners and fastener mounts. Even the console finish peeled with cleaning. A Corvette lover told me to buy dielectric grease and apply it everywhere there was a squeak or other rubbing sound. I couldn't believe how overall broken the interior became as I'd never seen any car do this to the extent it ended up being.

[@Attachments.]

Jase Poag i got an 02 avalanche which has a bad steering sensor yet it doesnt even do anything but sometimes makes it a lil tougher to steer. Might turn the wheel by itself if not held onto strangely but still fine. Also all those problems are just old gm vehicle signs. If the windows dont rattle while rolled down it aint old enough lol

[@justlance9261]

Great video and absolutely love the channel. BTW, happy birthday wizard.

[@mauricevassello3020]

Happy birthday car wizard God bless you and your wife and all that you do for us we appreciate you

[@rdaystrom4540]

Another video with wisdom, knowledge, and good advice.

[@morecoffee998]

happy bday wizard! love your videos

[@MatthewBuntyn]

A friend of mine bought a new Acadia several years ago, but got rid of it in about a year because of electrical issues

[@MomToCuteKids]

my brother has a 04 impala it had a lot of problems at first but now it's great

[@georgeperkins4171]

Those impalas. Ive had 2 an 03 and 04 but the 3.4. They both had the security lock out issue where it wouldnt start for 10 minutes. Finally fixed by soldering in a resister and it never failed again. Also the 3.4 had the intake manifold coolant leak pre-04. Fixed that and it was a pleasure to drive.

[@jakemctyre7116]

Happy Birthday! I'm 40 too. Favorite chevy... 3rd gen Nova 4-door!

[@LordCoolnessocity]

I'm currently working out of a 2008 Express 3500 with a 6.0 Vortec and she's currently at 408k miles. 👍

[@av8rbri473]

LordCoolnessocity excellent to hear, and i believe it

[@alexmendez3217]

Love how real this channel is 🔥

[@thatguy_jose]

What a relief, I own a 2002 chevy tahoe. 171k and it runs great. Take care!

[@djolecar88]

Not all Toyota’s. Tundra cam tower leak. $5k dealer job... ‘13 23k miles. Oil gushing and burning

[@Slane583]

The older Tundra's with the less complex engines are better. My friend has an 05 Tundra 2wd long bed with a manual tranny and the 4.0 v6. Aside from needing a pillow-block bearing for the drive shaft and some work on the shift linkage nothing major has been needed. But he did manage to get the local Toyota dealer to give him a new frame at no cost because of a past recall on his year of truck. So now it just has more years of structural stability even if the truck itself is a bit rough and well loved. :)

[@dumpsterstu4474]

Favorite Chevy car came from Australia The Holden Monaro or Pontiac GTO total dream machine.

[@brandonw465]

I wanna know his opinion on the g8s since im looking at one.

[@Michaelats]

Brandon slays i have 09 g8 3.6, highly recommend going for 6.0 v8 . Depends on your budget. 3.6 timing chain issues, motor mounts, tmps sensors on (v6 and v8), cheap plastic break easy and sucks gas both v6 and 8 but definitely get one before they disappear

[@lesexytimederp]

The SS is awesome too. I have a Commodore SSV, which was imported into the US as the Chevy SS if you want something a bit newer.

[@kelvindavid722]

I see pontiac g series for sale everywhere i go, everyone is trying to get rid of them. They tried bringing back GTO, but failed. Even tho it runs but breaks down too often.

[@clutchthepearls3062]

@@brandonw465 100% get the V8. Like he said the V6 is suspect and the transmission on them isn't really up to snuff handling the output of the V6. The V8 is solid all around.

[@Mehrdad_Alidaee]

thanks for your recommends and happy birthday Young Man

[@Rogerjr96]

I had a Cobalt, 07 with over 140k miles on it, did all small repairs myself, it was a great car. No major issues at all.

[@liquidblake]

07 Pontiac G5 owner here, I have 101k miles and have owned it since new. All I've done is basic maintenance, replace drum brake springs, replace fuel pump, replace an exhaust pipe and replace a shift solenoid. All stuff I could do on my own, although the solenoid was a pain.

[@aidenwilson6805]

I knew that didn't sound right that seemed like a pretty good car

[@blackericdenice]

I have a friend with a 2014 Equinox with 150k miles. She love her car.

[@johnspecht72]

Happy birthday Wizard. 1965 Chevrolet Impala is my favourite.

[@victorpuiatti]

Big thumbs up for your honesty! 👍👍👍

[@bismarkowusu9082]

A very honest man, God bless..

[@tnewland2383]

1965-66 Chevrolet Corvair Corsa 140 and 1964-65 Corvair/Greenbrier, thanks for asking!

[@jamesearlcash7725]

I had a 2002 cavalier base model. Great little car. Always ran, took a lot of abuse. I dogged it and it kept on moving. I miss it.

[@TheRotacker]

I love my 05 Chevy impala ls 3.8 v6 aswell as my 01 Monte Carlo ss 3.8 v6 never left me stranded just had the common sway bar being cracked and with the Monte Carlo the fuel sensor went bad

[@zerocapacitance1]

I love the Car Wizard, Hoovy, Doug and Tavaresh!!!

[@Thewickedjon]

happy bday sir, couldyou do one of these for FORD ?? (same year / era)

[@tuffram2165]

Yeah don't buy any Ford after 1996.

[@TakeDeadAim]

Worlds shortest vid; "Don't buy a Ford" The End!

[@atx-cvpi_99]

Don’t buy any Ford car after 2011 and don’t buy a Fusion after 2009 because of power steering rack failures. Ford trucks are good trucks except for the 5.4 3 valve, 6.0, and 6.4 diesels. Don’t buy the 2002-20 Ford Explorers either. Also don’t buy any Ford full size Transit van that has anything other than a short wheel base.

[@Thewickedjon]

@@atx-cvpi_99 so what is the difference between ford ranger vs ford explorer?? Dont they share the exact same engine?

[@jamespn]

40 cool, happy birthday Wizard. Looking forward to more videos.

[@heals630]

These videos are so helpful....saved my butt already

[@KevinChinn88]

Very good videos man. I literally lol'd at the Aveo part. Was looking at an Equinox and was weary about it. DEFINITELY wont do that now. I know Tahoes are GREAT! My dad has an 03 Yukon Denali still running strong with little to no issues.

[@muskie0291]

I had a Traverse, put 200k miles on it and it only needed a water pump, liked it very much. Guess I was lucky.

[@mattkessler2]

Mark P I still have an 11 traverse. Only a few small ish repairs. Like it with 110k miles

[@AdamSmith-gs2dv]

Either that or you know to change your oil as much as possible

[@waltbullet1287]

Got a 2002 Sonoma with 2.2 GOT 250 K BUT I BOUGHT IT NEW AND MAINTAINED IT RELIGIOUSLY! Full maintenance log since day 1 slow but it still goes

[@Maxvolume123]

The TrailBlazers are great vehicles too. I have a friend who has one with over 200k miles and it is running with no issues.

[@aidancurren7899]

I was worried since he didn't mention it because I'm actually looking at a 2004

[@charlesstull4582]

I got a 2006 envoy with 170000 & all I've done to it in 10 years is a water pump, thermostat & alt. The 4.2 inline 6 are good engines

[@mrhow2712]

this video verifies what I thought for a long time on many cars, My gut is soo good

[@someguy8094]

Man I found your channel after I had bought my 2013 impala ltz and I was freaking out bc ik it was only a matter of time before it messed up but I think I actually got lucky and the previous owners actually took care of it and I’ve had it with no issues for 5 years now

[@davidahart2476]

How often are you changing the oil? I inherited my mom's 2013 Impala and also a 2002 trailblazer that was my parents, I change to oil it both at 5,000, I also add Lucas oil treatment to each oil change.