Here's What I Think About the Chevy Impala in 1 Minute

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⬇️Scotty’s Top DIY Tools: 1. Bluetooth Scan Tool: amzn.to/2nfvmaD 2. Cheap Scan Tool: amzn.to/2D8Tvae 3. Professional Socket Set: amzn.to/2Bzmccg 4. Wrench Set: amzn.to/2kmBaOU 5. No Charging Required Car Jump Starter: amzn.to/2CthnUU 6. Battery Pack Car Jump Starter: amzn.to/2nrc6qR 🛠Check out my Amazon Garage to see what I use every day and highly recommend ► goo.gl/rwYt2y 🔥Scotty Shirts and Merch ► goo.gl/pTAeca Subscribe and hit the notification bell! ► goo.gl/CFismN Scotty on Social: Facebook ► facebook.com/scottymechanic/ Instagram ► instagram.com/scotty_the_mechanic/ Twitter ► twitter.com/Scottymechanic?lang=en This was an excerpt from one of my Live Car Talk shows where I answer your car questions Live. If you enjoyed it, every Thursday at 1 pm CST and Saturday 10 am CST I live stream and answer your questions!

[@reydeoros13]

scotty what do u think about new kia cars

[@scottykilmer]

Adrian, a future episode, I'm doing these 1 minute videos everyday now so I'm going to cover everything!

[@sxikho6184]

Hm... I had a 96 Chevy Monte Carlo. It was a piece of junk. Thought about getting an impala, but too many used impalas on the market. Clearly means they're just not good.

[@SebastianHalfpenny]

Well I am the 3rd owner of my 2005 chevy impala and it serves me great with 298000 kms. I know all the car's history and baby it.

[@reydeoros13]

Scotty Kilmer thank you scotty

[@Scarlet_Red5.7]

I own and impala had it for almost 8 years and runs strong with no issues. A car can last as long as possible if you properly maintain it.

[@joemedina3532]

Got ' amm right

[@dieseldawg7132]

Yea man my last one was wrecked 129 thousand miles not one issue

[@markj6681]

2008 impala LT. 250,00 miles. Running smooth. Although I did go through all the problems. Tires were wearing prematurely, fixed that. Gas pedal, fixed that. Actuators, fixed that. Now transmission. I am happy for my Impala

[@matts1166]

@@markj6681 I have a 2005 I bought in 2007. Still driving it. Biggest issue was the sunroof got plugged and the wetness is now causing the roof liner to droop.

[@markj6681]

@@matts1166 Oh wow. That doesn't sound too major. Water aren't, that can cause rust. You don't want that

[@ericmeyer1373]

Idk why someone would ask a question like this. He doesn’t care about any other car but Toyota’s

[@mrshowtime991]

Facts, im sure scotty retired from toyota plant.

[@brianc9374]

He likes hondas, Ford's and old GMs

[@mrshowtime991]

@@brianc9374 He's bias, he only likes toyota and honda, so stop with the bs.

[@stephenfarmer2216]

True I had a 07 Chevy Impala LT 3.4 v6 I traded it in for a 2016 Chevy Impala LTZ the miles on the 07 was 240,000 I only fix two major issues the rear main seal and the water pump but I also was the second owner of a used car

[@hitman-mq1wk]

I have a 2007 Chevy impala and it has almost 200 thousand miles on it. I haven't had any major problems with it until Recently the transmission started to leak

[@carterscars]

I've got a 2001 impala with almost 300k miles on it and havent had any major issues.

[@4door2seater99]

Carter's Cars 💯💯💯 on that one.

[@belindah4196]

I hope my 2016 impala lasts up to that kinda mileage 👍💪

[@Rhaspun]

Used for commuting?

[@waterloo123100]

He's talking about the newer impala's

[@Chris..L]

I've got a 2011 with 125k miles still running great I drive her 60 miles a day for work 5 days a week

[@davidbindert]

My 2013 Impala currently has 233,000 miles. It is easily the most reliable car I have ever owned. Sure it has required some maintenance but most parts come cheap and are easy fixes.

[@DarknoorX]

My 2013 Malibu agrees.

[@elviscollector]

That's the problem, people on these comments think you can buy a used car and not maintain & have to put money into it. Any used car will require maintenance.

[@casio5658]

My dad 2016 impala has 235k miles on it and it’s still fine the only thing he replaced was the o2 sensor and the water pump

[@ronhoover5516]

one hundred percent.

[@IsThatHuncho]

My 2013 impala has 145k and still going strong. Just oil changes and alignments. She still pushes like she has 30k miles.

[@MrTrip3ace]

Being a GM tech at a dealership we see far less impalas than any other car in the GM lineup. So i would have to highly disagree with you scotty. The newer Impalas are holding up very well. The chevy cruze on the other hand lol.

[@fishyz1500]

I have a 2017 impala v6 i only run e85 an it has 90k miles..im getting ready to give it a tuneup..i love it

[@chonasimpson6487]

Scotty does like to bash american cars and i have found him to be wrong so i buy cars he says are bad and it has worked for me.

[@charliepastrami2813]

I bought my 2015 v6 LT in 2018 with 71k miles, 4 years later now with 86k miles i had my 1st problem today...left front directional light failure, I bought the bulb for like 7 bucks and replaced it myself...love my impala

[@armandomolina2034]

Yeah my Cruze had a blown piston and now it has a messed up computer sending out all sorts of codes. But, piston was replaced under warranty at 65,000. Thank you GM. And well, now it’s at 164,000 miles, so I can’t be too upset with my little Cruze. I think Toyotas are more reliable, but why would I want to drive something so boring, slow to break and slow to steer. I’ll take the Impala giving out at 170,000 over the Avalon lasting me 200,000 every time.

[@charliepastrami2813]

@@armandomolina2034 good story bro, I agree 👍 💯

[@eanobles]

We have a 2014 Impala LTZ fully loaded with 3.6 Liter engine. Has 165,000 miles and looks and drives amazing. Super quiet ride. Great power and handling. Gets about 32 MPG on the highway with more room than just about any other sedan on the market. I've done all my own maintenance and I have been impressed with the quality of the engineering of the car. Can't speak on the older ones, but the 2014-2021 Impala's were great cars. Never ridden in any Toyota that compares to the ride of my Impala.

[@GhidorahCAM]

Own a 2016 impala with 150,000 miles. No issues ever, i have done regular maintenance everytime. The thing is a champ.

[@bobbyburrell2768]

My 2014 Impala has 167,000 miles been around the country the only issue that I had was my water pump went out at 42,000 miles no issues since. I will put it on the road anytime and anywhere. Still running smooth and gets 650 miles to the tank if you drive 65-70 mph. Great road car rides very smooth and quiet. Very reliable car just do your routine maintenance.

[@mostdopecaptain3350]

I have two impalas and the only major issues was one had the power steering pump replaced and one has had all those dang ac actuators go out a handful of times but those are just annoying to replace not a huge issue just annoying. Both have been very solid, decent on gas, and never left me stranded!

[@m42037]

2014 is still pretty new only 9 year's old, how's the frame look? My 07 Impala runs still with 208k miles but the frame is pretty rusted down the rocker area

[@karimtemri1664]

Same with my bmw. People kept saying it would fall apart but here we are

[@AndrewPruteanu]

wow, well, im a chevorlet fan.

[@movielord911]

Andrew pruteanu same. I wanted it to be my last car as well. Either the impala or a jeep grand cherokee

[@AndrewPruteanu]

movielord911, I like toyotas too.

[@rickii2010]

Andrew pruteanu I personally wouldn’t buy 1 but if I get it for free I’ll take it lol

[@mallorycainjr.1921]

Shoot I need it im a basshead so i love the trunk space for my sub box and how the seats lay down

[@carmellatte71]

Me too....Many cant afford those other brands past the purchase....

[@norrrizchuck]

I have a 14 impala LT with 110,00 miles and its running great

[@muhanned700]

juan how did you put 110000 miles in 4 years damn

[@omaraljohani9298]

juan that's the point starting with 2014 the new generation of impalas showed a clear progress . Looks like Scotty didn't meet the new generation yet .

[@DrewsLair]

Whoa! That's a lot of pushing.

[@JohnSmith-if4uy]

I have a 2011 with 38k love the car. Best of all it won't rust apart either

[@Absolution707]

muhanned700 I know a guy who put 200.000+ miles in less than 2 years! He drives a 13' Toyota Hilux. It's now for sale with about 300.000 miles on it. The funny thing here that its engine and transmission still in a very good condition! lol

[@thesemfnnutts]

I'm a die hard Cadillac man myself, but the 1996 Impalas were one of the best cars ever!

[@herbertmeade348]

Have a 2005 impala with 246000miles...runs good...also a 2011 with 130000 nothing major on these...

[@Richard-gr7op]

Also have a 05 205k miles 3400

[@fredsmith5565]

Herbert Meade 05 Impala with over 247,000 miles on it. Motor runs perfect.

[@busterjohnson3437]

06 impala ltz with 171xxx runs awsome

[@noesaldana6264]

07 impala 176k miles, crashed it once .. honestly engine has been good bought it for 2,500$ had it for 3 years ...very satisfied 👍

[@danb2]

Impalas in general are very good cars love my 2011

[@jimf1044]

I think that the best generation of the impala was the 1967 one.

[@TheV8Pumpkin]

Captainios M supernatural reasons ofc

[@turkishstig8489]

69 front 68 rear = pure exellence

[@automan224]

Captainios M that’s a funny way of spelling 1996

[@turkishstig8489]

automan224 get outta here

[@jimf1044]

zibby Jdm you caught me.

[@ctscantechnologist]

Do you have contempt for american cars? Ive driven a Chevy 4x4 that had over 400,000 miles on it. Our 2004 GMC Envoy has over 300,000 on it.

[@jonathantanasi2557]

Over the years we’ve had lots of Gms. They are usually great cars if you PROPERLY MAINTAIN THEM. I’m sure you do, but most people don’t so they die early. We had a 1991 caprice wagon. That lasted from 1996 to 2014 with 400k miles. We then had a 1992 Buick road master. We got it in 2000 and let go of it in 2012. It had 275k miles on it. We had a 2003 Chevy Venture. Got it in 2006, lost it when it was totaled in 2013 with 180k miles on it. It still ran like a top. We had a 2001 Chevy blazer that we got in 2003 and sold to a family friend in 2014 with 220k miles on it. Not to mention we had 2 1994 Pontiac grand ams. Those were great. We got rid of those both in 2017. One had 250k miles and the other had 350k miles. We also had a 2004 Grand Am which we sold at the same time because we really never used it. It had 140k miles and it was so nice and ran perfectly. We also had 2 2005 Chevy impalas. One was my dads, the other my mom’s. My mom handed one down to my older brother. He drowns it and it died at 280k miles. She got a 2017 Impala and it has 80k mile with no issues. My dad eventually upgraded(last year) to a 2018 Chevy Tahoe. It has 60k miles. The impala was fine with 200k miles. Our last vehicles to mention are out 450k mile 2003 Yukon xl. We have towed, off roaded, driven it in snowy days all the time. Driven it across the country and back multiple times since getting it brand new back in 2003. It’s still going strong. We don’t want to give it up so it’s going to stay until it dies. We also have a 2006 Trailblazer. We bought it to have a better fuel mileage about 6 years ago. We don’t drive it much, as it has turned into our beater and hauler for large things. It has 170k miles and is running well. It’s kind of ratty looking and corroded as it has always sat outside durning New England winters. But it works.

[@jackbones309]

@@jonathantanasi2557 Godamn, you've went through a lot of cars. Guess my opinion of Chevys might have just changed. What do you do for maintenance, cuz whatever you do works like a charm. And I'd like to keep my car for a long time.

[@jonathantanasi2557]

@@jackbones309 well we drive a lot obviously so we can get all our cars up there in mileage. Rust protection because we live where there’s lots of snow. Very extensive and schedule fluid changes that we do ourselves. We don’t drive them hard at all. Anything that needs to be done on it we get done. Very basic yet thorough maintenance an make them last forever. Than again also the older GM vehicles were made better.

[@jackbones309]

@@jonathantanasi2557 Gotcha. Appreciate the input. I'm gonna be getting my hands on an '06 Chevy Impala and I wanna take care of it the best I can to make it last since it'll be my first car and I don't wanna be needing a new one anytime soon.

[@jonathantanasi2557]

@@jackbones309 sounds like a good plan. Do you have the miles and whatnot on it? Maybe the amount of owners to know if it has been abused. Hopefully it hasn’t and it should last for a while. We haven’t owned that generation of Impala so I’m not sure about the reliability but it should be good.

[@ashes2ashes863]

Had 400,000 plus miles on a 2000 Impala with a 3.8. It still ran strong. I had so many miles on it my company wouldn't even reimburse me for the mileage anymore because they didn't have a chart system where they could determine what to pay me. I literally had to replace it with another vehicle because it was off their chart. So I did the smart thing, I bought a Grand Prix with the 3800 engine in it and they paid for that one instead. Scotty, you of all people should know the 3800 is a beast to reckon with with reliability. It just is. If The Avalons were that great you'd see more than one or two of them every now and then. As someone who worked for a Toyota dealer briefly we definitely sold plenty of them. They're not around anymore for a reason. There's Impalas everywhere.

[@satansspawn3012]

I have the same car running at 171,000 miles running strong

[@johndavidstutts]

My 2003 impala with a 3800 has 350k. I I Drive 120 mile round trip to work.

[@jonathanharper7596]

I love Scotty's videos but from personal experience have to disagree about how long the Impala will last. I've owned 3 over the past 10 years selling commercial insurance and have put over 200k miles on each before selling and with regular maintenance never a major problem. Definitely won't argue about a Toyota lasting longer. The Impala is much bigger on the inside so to me is more comfortable spending a lot of time in the vehicle. Thanks again for your great videos!

[@RyanJ504]

I have a '13 that I bought 5 yrs ago with 80k miles. Have since put 90k on it with very little maintenance. Also an insurance agent. If you do the proper maintenance and it's mostly highway miles, it seems like Impalas can go a long time. Most mechanics I know use them for their loaner cars. I'm guessing because they're cheap, have cheap parts, and fairly easy to work on.

[@jujub3876]

What year was your Impala's I'm currently looking to buy a 2016 model.

[@jonathanharper7596]

Mine was a 2015. Regular maintenance is key!

[@mtvjackass74]

Thats all I own is GM vehicles and never had a problem with them, my first car was a 84' Cutlass best car, and now I own a 05 Chevy Colorado with 185,000 miles and not one bit of trouble, but I take care of my rides.

[@harysuper]

Finally a good comment. I'm tired of seeing non GM owners go ChEvY iMpAlA aNd Gm Is JuNk.

[@starfighterusscv-6693]

Greg Stine, you've been lucky.

[@bretthause6394]

I have a 2004 impala with 307k miles, no issues at all. GM for life!

[@nageoford8043]

Some people don't take care of their car and wonder why they acting up and having all types of problems!

[@GlockMonster29]

nageo ford People expect to get a car and dont want to pay to get it fixed. They want it to just start up and go not knowing or thinking of wear and tear. Ive had mostly gm cars through out my life. They all were solid with no issues. My 95 oldsmobile was the only one with electrical issues. Once it was fixed it stayed running till I sold it to a mechanic at 160k miles. Ill always stick with Chevy. And german cars. Especially a Audi or Mercedes

[@TheV8Pumpkin]

So pretty much its a good car if you dont plan on driving it 😂😂😂😂

[@alexvieira7945]

zibby Jdm lol

[@doZerBoy]

😂

[@atlantic20201]

True Story

[@Desertfox92308]

zibby Jdm ha ha!

[@starfighterusscv-6693]

zibby Jdm, that's totally funny!

[@MaestroTJS]

The 2014 and up Impala is quite a car though. I've driven a recent Avalon and was not very impressed, though I do like the styling quite a bit (except the front end). I haven't driven the Impala but car reviewers seem to have been universally pleased with how it drives.

[@pp492]

My 2008 Impala has 234K and is still going strong.

[@ricardorodriguesrr18]

Mine 2009 150k . No majors issues just oil change basically.

[@carmellatte71]

Whoa!!!! I'm at 185,000 in my 2008....yesss

[@danblumel]

Yes my 2010 just rolled over 200,000 I've had to replace wheel bearings, rack and pinion and a few other relatively minor stuff. I'll get at least another 100K if not another 200K. I change oil and filter religiously every 5000 miles. I use a Castrol semi synthetic.

[@pp492]

Reached 300K earlier this month. Still going strong but showing its age.

[@TheItsmegp46]

Several friends of mine drive the current Impala. For the most part all are very happy with their rides. Very roomy, extremely quiet, huge trunk.

[@redneckbryon]

Personally disagree with you, properly maintained any car can last high miles Chevy Ford Toyota etc. Where I live Toyotas don’t last they become rot out, so do the GM’s and Fords, but still the Toyotas go first for the most part.

[@harysuper]

I'm glad seeing some reasonable comments on here and I agree. Most people here are like, ChEvY iS jUnK, gO ToYoTa.

[@ThorneyGryffon]

NE Ohio snow belt, we put down more salt than most areas. 06 still rolling. Car still looks good with no rust holes 06 with 175k plus miles.

[@ThorneyGryffon]

06 impala

[@redneckbryon]

It seems like Scotty has a biased opinion against anything that’s not Toyota and or foreign. Case in point, we have and had GM vehicles with well over 500,000 kilometres, which is around 310,000 miles, only requiring the basic maintenance and replacement parts when needed, nothing major. Correct me if I’m wrong most Toyotas and or foreign vehicles require the timing belt and or chain replaced every 100,000 miles...

[@redneckbryon]

JP Eazzy Had a 99 Grand Am lasted 16+ years until the engine started knocking due to lack of oil just regular maintenance on the car.

[@SAMPCam]

I have a 2012 Impala LT with 155k miles on it, mostly highway driving. The most I've ever had to do outside of the routine/annual maintenance is replace a single wheel bearing, which was only around $180 if I recall. She is still running strong and I've been extremely happy with it.

[@allikaypark]

I honestly love my 2006 Chevy Impala. I have almost 300k miles on it. I recently drove it from Minnesota to Alabama with my recent move. I've driven it in blizzards, slushy snow, ice, etc., and I've never had an accident (Praise!). I generally drive in (small) towns, in the country, and on major highways/interstates. I absolutely love my first car, and I will be quite sad when it is due to retire. I do notice, however, that there are not many Chevy Impala drivers (in the 'older' models like mine) down in the south. I wonder if it is generally seen as a better northern car, or perhaps the Impala doesn't do as well in the heat (maybe neither)? They're very very common in the Minnesota area; just a general observation! Fortunately, my mother has offered to donate her 2012 Chevy Malibu once my Impala retires. While that's a huge blessing, and I'm truly thankful for her generosity to give me her old car for an upgrade... I dread the day - as I really dislike some small things (and quite petty, I'll admit) about the Chevy Malibu. My point is, I really, really love my Impala. My family has only ever had cars/pickups from chevy or ford (we once had a Buick Century), so I have no say on whether any other car company/models would be better. I'm content, and I've had a great experience in my humble boat of a car. Thanks for reading my book.

[@mostdopecaptain3350]

Impalas are big in Florida. I have two of them, a 2009 and a 2011. I see a lot of them all over Florida. Probably see 10-15 9th generation ones every day and 5-10 8th generation ones every day. And the occasion 90’s one.

[@TampaTec]

He speaks the Truth sometimes it hurts, especially if you own a Chevy Impala.

[@cykablyat1466]

Nice looking cars, wouldn't really own one for frugal sake.

[@EddyMolina]

I'm wondering what he would think of the Malibu. The impala is one nice looking car tho! 👍👍

[@TheHuskyGT]

I know. I 've had two 9th gen Impalas. I would not deny it. I still love them though. Just like some people love VW, despite they are even worse when it comes to reliability.

[@xls4750]

Lol I was already thinking about selling mine

[@ShizaP]

Tampatec ahahahhaha 😂😂😂

[@n8rev156]

Some of the early 2000s Impalas had the 3800 series II engine, and they usually last 300K+ miles. The transmission probably won't last that long, though.

[@jaco7675]

Nailed it. Had to replace the transmission last year, but we’re up to 243,000 miles - and it just floats down the road. Lots of highway miles, and I keep all 4 wheels on the road going around corners.

[@classyredneckcinema9327]

My 02 Impala is at 300,000 I believe and it still has original transmission original engine only thing I had to change so far is a couple of fuses and the air filter because it was my aunt's before mine and we both live on gravel roads it doesn't over heat anymore just minor things for being driven consistently for about 17 out of last 20 years

[@Potatorq]

06 Impala at 175k miles. Running strong. Putting about 30k miles a year and no issues. Rides great and has bose sound system which sounds amazing. Pretty satisfied with my Impala.

[@mikewest9470]

I bought my Impala with 20k miles on it. It currently has 146k miles with no issues. I take care of it and it takes care of me👍🏼Chevy is King!💪🏽💯👍🏼

[@payamyazdi7672]

my grandpa bought a new Impala in 1969 and still going strong with over 300K miles on it.

[@sunlite9759]

Second Impala LTZ. I buy value. Got this 2013 Impala at 1/2 price in 2013!!! Got 70,000 miles on it now. Try that with an Avalon. Repairs: Purge control valve and a set of tires. Just inherited a 2003 Corolla; great car; love it; great mileage but rides like a go cart.

[@jasonwilson652]

Payam yazdi 307

[@jasonwilson652]

Payam yazdi if so parts car Kingcity mo cheep 500 to700 low miles Granny car

[@TheHuskyGT]

Thumbs up my man! I have a 2013 too! Mine is 64,000 miles.

[@kamikazikaizer]

Payam yazdi probably spends every day fixing it.

[@omaraljohani9298]

My dad has a 2016 Chevy impala , he's pretty pleased with it , it got about 110k miles on it . I think it's more to the way he's driving it , usually highways and with no more than 2.5k rpm tops 😅

[@ABC21129]

But real people in Chevy commercials told me that the impala has the most JD Powah awards for best initial quality!

[@blaketownsend6462]

I think all cars are the same now, with same build and components.

[@GunslingerLv]

Potch that sneaky

[@joshuastuart8905]

Haha someones seen zebra corner

[@VentriglioOfTripleD]

I have a 2017 and so far so good, I'll get back with you after 100,000 miles

[@tegmapat11]

I bought a 2004 Impala as a program car back in 2004, and it is now 2019 and all I can say is that it is the best car I have ever owned! Other than replacing brakes, the original battery after 15 years, and a ball bearing, I have had absolutely NO problems with the car mechanically. I would buy another one in a heartbeat! It has decent gas mileage, and is a nice looking car..... but most importantly, I have never owned anything to compare it with mechanically! Because of that, it is the longest I have ever kept a car in my whole life! I am only now considering buying another car, but only because I need a 4WD to get out of my driveway in very bad snows!

[@mostdopecaptain3350]

Kudos to you for making a car last 15 years in a snowy terrain. Impressive!

[@m42037]

His frame is probably rusted like my 07 impala in Michigan, all down the frame where the bead welds are on both sides is rusted

[@datboynim8450]

So basically he doesn’t have full knowledge of the Chevy impala

[@clayzr4716]

@Joe Joseph No they aren't. Tell me how they are "junk"

[@ep9372]

Joe Joseph I have an 07 impala ls and still running good with 169,000 miles tf u talking about junk

[@datboynim8450]

Ok I got 245 thousand miles on my Chevy Impala had to place a new transmission in it but I can say that most of my driving is highway

[@dickieradd]

Have an 07 ltz with 3900 v6. Thing is a beast in a straight line. Yes, it leaks trans fluid and oil and coolant, yes it's loud, yes there's a permanent check light, yes the doors are coffins, yes the windshield spray is weak and half broke, but you know what? The thing has never died. My 2015 mazda 3 transmission died at 60k..

[@landengrover3855]

I bought a chevy impala new in 2005 and have owned it for 13 years and it currently has 295,000 miles on it and it is a sturdy reliable vehicle.

[@m42037]

Check the frame

[@TheOldMachines]

I love my 2009 Impala. Been totally reliable. Simple car to own and fix if needed. But those Toyotas and Hondas are great too

[@ayp1938]

1958-1996 are the real impalas

[@Evanb1234]

@Christian Barrett true my parents got a 2009 chevy impala 3.5 v6 it sucks

[@hoodflix7544]

Nissan Skyline1992 the 3.6 is a lot better. I got a 13 with no issues, but only had it for a year with 80k. Only thing I hate is the fuckjng traction control and front wheel drive

[@Jo_Wardy]

1958 - 1965 are the real Impalas. So beautiful the old ones. The newer ones aren't as cool. No style. 60s ones had style.

[@omaralnajjar9759]

Hey Scotty I usually keeping my car running at the gas station while filling fuel is it harmful or i should switch off the car? Thanks

[@briandonald]

My 2014 Impala with 95,000 miles is still going strong. I did have the air conditioner compressor replaced, like Scotty mentioned. It was covered under an Endurance service contract.

[@SweeneyDunston]

Hmm. I've been driving my 04 Impala (unknown amount of previous owners) and for the most part its only had valve cover gasket replacement and passlock system issues and an ABS sensor went bad. Other than that, not a bad ride for 168k miles.

[@moonbeamskies3346]

The 1990s Impala/Caprice was a different story. The 305 and 350 engines were indestructible.

[@mrdudeguy2199]

I have a 2003 Impala with 243,000 miles on it and it runs like a dream

[@zacharyfrieben1033]

I have almost 100K miles on my 2018 Impala. Only thing I've replaced is a sway bar and struts, and nothing is wrong with it. And ironically, the least reliable car I owned was a Toyota, lol

[@jessieandmelissagodsey4514]

Our 03 Chevy Impala has almost 400,000 miles and we have only had to do routine maintainence. Guess we got lucky and got a good one

[@belindah4196]

Jessie Godsey Damn thats good

[@waterloo123100]

The older ones are decent. Scotty is talking about these new ones.

[@belindah4196]

waterloo123100 Mines a 2016 so I gues mine will suck😢😭

[@waterloo123100]

ROBERT COWBOYS Man you don't have to cry just buy a Ford before it breaks on you. LOL

[@belindah4196]

waterloo123100 I got a ford with 270,000miles love ford and chevy actually 👍

[@chaffeyman]

I challenge someone to find a video where Scotty doesn’t talk about how great Toyota is

[@scottykilmer]

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[@olidenizquierdo9714]

chaffeyman you right about that, yes totoya.

[@JuniorLexus6692]

through many years of experience Scotty knows the truth about which brands are reliable.👍🏽🇺🇸🇯🇲👌🏽

[@robrown7656]

chaffeyman That will NEVER happen lol

[@chaffeyman]

Junior Lexus I’m not saying Toyota’s aren’t great but like, we get it...

[@darrenduggal3729]

Impalas are the optimal vehicle for high mileage usage. Especially if you had the older 3.8L 3800 Series 3 engines. Those would go for half a million miles easy. Come on man! Give credit where deserved. The new ones are very very nice.

[@Gbizz1985]

2019 impala here. 62k miles and still going strong 💪🏻 with minimal issues and basic maintenance.

[@LookAtLilDude]

Update?

[@371francis]

Scotty is bang on. I made my living on the road and had new cars every 2-3 years. Fords, GM's and Chryslers all started to fall apart at the 65,000 mile mark. Struts, front ends, brakes, brakes and pretty much everything else was either worn out or just plain broke. The dealers loved to get you into their garage where they had no mercy....not a bit.

[@mikethomason2614]

I have 222,000 on my impala and it still runs great!

[@shortfatbaldsexyguy1479]

I recently traded in my 2004 Impala for a 2016. The 2004 had 256k miles on it. Headlight wiring, instrument cluster and starter were the only big repairs. The 2016 has 305 hp engine

[@Dholomon]

2001 to a 2016 and love it

[@Dholomon]

Mine had 203034 and the transmission started acting up but sold for 1000$

[@junker3506]

2012 impala 3.6 vvt di. 216,500 miles . Been beat!!! Gets beaten!!! First 20,000 miles as a Hertz rental. So far I've had to replace the evap purge solenoid..........300hp 30 mpg on the highway. Runs mint. Everything works

[@TheDoubleNickel]

I put 45k miles, mostly highway, on my 2016 impala in its 1st year. I’ve had to replace a window actuator and transmission clutch due to factory defects. My baby is still going strong, and I love my Impala. Bummed Chevy decided to discontinue it.

[@kittvskarrkr6074]

I love my impala!

[@kylyn4861]

Currently have a 2016 chevy impala Lt limited with 160006 miles on it. Only repairs I’ve had done to it was replace the mass air flow sensor, other than that no check engine light has came one since I bought it at 60,000 miles. I’ve done regular maintenance to it and it has been running like new. I am completely in love with this car, so much room, very smooth ride and the v6 engine is pretty good on gas especially on road trips. I stand behind the Chevy impala all the way, won’t trade this car in for anything ❤

[@stankyo]

My friend’s got a 2007 Impala, 260k+ miles and had the front end smashed up. Still running like a tank

[@im_devxn]

My friend's first car was a 2001 impala. It seemed like a new problem always popped up when an old problem was fixed. So he replaced it with another unreliable car called the mazda rx8 lmao

[@devintolliver92]

Noob Remastered bet you still wanted a ride tho

[@im_devxn]

Devin Tolliver oh the rx8 is fun to drive and ride in. It just has bad mpg and an engine that is meant to last only 100k miles even tho his is currently at 160k

[@zachicusmaximus5551]

It may be equally as bad but at least it doesn't suck

[@ChicagoCannabisConnoisse-ls4id]

I had a 2001 impala police interceptor it had 250k miles on it n still running

[@13tonyyyy35]

I have an 06 impala with 206,000 and it works perfectly

[@omniken66]

I don't agree at all. Any and every car falls apart if you don't maintain them....even Toyota's . I have a 2004 Impala SS with 180K and it runs flawlessly. All original regular maintenance. Just replaced an alternator and water pump tires and brakes over the last 4 years.

[@PLATINUM2U]

Scotty I can attest to what you said. My grandma had a 2003 Malibu and my mother had a 98 malibu. My mother's Malibu was a heap of junk. She babied it with oil changes every 3k miles and when it finally hit 95k miles it started knocking. At 105 k it was so loud you could hear it a block away. My grandmas Malibu had went through 2 motors with less than 70k miles. The V6 engines from Gm Were junk. Yet her Infiniti I35 Has nearly 300k on the dash and no motor or transmission problems.

[@lakeerie4ever]

Malibu’s were horrible then

[@mostdopecaptain3350]

See the thing is, yes malibus are horrible, but they have nothing to do with Impalas. I have two impalas and they both have never given me big issues or left me stranded. They’re great cars.

[@nickdebenedetto2267]

so let me see if i understand.... you're suggesting that Scotty is right about his review of a Chevy Impala based on your grandmother's bad experience with completely different cars with completely different engines, transmissions, frames, etc., designed by a different team of engineers from a different decade which was mass produced in a completely different manufacturing plant in a completely different state with almost none of the same parts. Do I have that right?? Thanks for your helpful insight. Shocked to hear your nana has a different experience with an Infiniti that costs approx 2x more than a Malibu too. You have contributed mightily to this topic!!

[@PLATINUM2U]

@@nickdebenedetto2267 beating an old horse Huh? Get a Life!

[@knickd1979]

The expression is, “beating a DEAD horse”, which has ZERO relevance to anything I wrote. Get a brain

[@westonwolfe]

my aunts 2006 impala is lasting so long, it’s lasted for 11 years she had, it has 200K miles on it and it runs amazing.

[@stephenmacintosh8306]

I have to agree. My first Avalon lasted almost four and a half years before the motor needed a rebuild but the mileage was way up there with over 102,000 kms. It was thirsty for gas and had too much rust through to pass annual inspection (without some patching), so I managed to trade in for a used lawn tractor which I still use every week, so I got a good deal.

[@henrison]

I put a Impala over any Toyota any day , technology and security while driving Toyota as like boats on the road ... my parents own only Chevrolet one with over 500k and I have a 2000 s10 with same engine and transmission which still runs very good for the age of the vehicle in other hand my new Tacoma is already with transmission problems and didn't even put any load on it .

[@carmellatte71]

Wow...many won't share that story on a Toyota...

[@issavibez394]

Toyota will outlast it but of course Chevy has more gadgets

[@4dscdriver]

I had one of the new impalas as a rental and I liked the way it drove. I had the model with the 3.6l v6. I might buy a used one in a few years when they are cheap.

[@ReadyRock215]

The Impala was the best out of all 3 I had them all the taurus was the wosrt

[@WCGwkf]

Steven Jones how long did you have it for? Pretty sure not very long.

[@ReadyRock215]

WCGwkf long enough

[@dylanw9412]

DFW rider so in other words he leased it for 3 years and put 20k miles on it... Haha

[@ReadyRock215]

DFW rider neither does the video

[@WCGwkf]

Dylan Wodrich exactly. Who has had 3 cars that they put well over 100k on and is sitting here to tell us about it? This guy definitely is on leases and is the type of person that drives a new car and shouts it's reliable. If they weren't for 20k miles they'd be out of business fast

[@Hunter-xh3qh]

I think Scotty's just a huge Toyota fanboy-impalas are great cars, the two that we have get around 1,000 miles a month and drive through dirt mud snow and just about everything and the only thing that's ever gone wrong is the transmission on the old one went out a couple years back after around 175,000 miles. Replaced and haven't had a problem since!

[@SAAN27]

Had a 2006 Impala w/3.9L and from 10K-40K, from 2006-2009 had the Transmission clutch piston replaced twice and car still had a weird shudder at 1-2mph in traffic, wheel bearing replaced, Blend door actuator replaced, all tire pressure monitors replaced, coolant cross pipe replaced and sold the car. bought a 2012 Impala with 3.6L and from 29K -100K only problems with Stability Control harness and Intake manifold and 30K and zero problems from then until except blend door actuator which still are failing after this car being out 6 yrs. 100-110K had Fuel Pump failure EGR Solenoid Failure and Fuel needed started acting erratic causing em to run out of gas, but then fixed itself after 2-3 treatments of fuel cleaners. Im sure the 2014-2018 Impala are very good cars, the only thing Ive sen people complain about is the failure of the High pressure Fuel Pump on some of them. The 2012-2016 Impala limited would be a good basic transportation and shouldnt really give much problems if taken care of and the 14-18 should be very good as well. I would avoid the Impalas before then.

[@freedomfirst5420]

I have a Dodge Ram, with 483,000 miles on it, still runs great.

[@robc8468]

A modern Chevrolet could never hit that number maybe a Ford 4.9 straight six could hit that number or a Jeep 4.O straight 6.

[@calvinnickel9995]

What engine? Cause yeah.. the old Dodges would do that too. 318s (5.2), 360s (5.9), 440s. Cummins.. but it isn’t a Dodge engine. But the HEMI? Forget it. Camshaft eaten before 150K.

[@freedomfirst5420]

@@calvinnickel9995 , 2003 Dodge Ram 1/2 ton, with a 5.7l Hemi. It is has a slight tick from the valves, but still running strong. I change the oil every 3000 miles, and the plugs every 10th oil change, which is not cheap, but worth it.

[@lefthanded5473]

@@freedomfirst5420 how’s it doing now?

[@MosTechHelp]

The police interceptors work amazing I’ve owned a 03 and 2011 great cars

[@aboselaiman]

i have been driving my 2015 Impala ltz since 2015 with no issues at all except summer of 2023 where i had to replace the water pump. Thats it. Very great car indeeeeeeeeeed.

[@davidnarciso]

2015 impala owner with almost 50k miles. Car is great, 3.6 liter engine. Blown head gaskets were common on the 3.4 engines in the early 2000s. This car is great.

[@TheDreamStarGames]

I would love to hear more reviews like this. So often it seems all the cars are so close on paper but the truth is how do they look at 100000 miles and which car would get me that far the cheapest with the least troubles.

[@borginator1493]

Hey Scotty, I have an '02 Pontiac Bonneville SLE, It's been pretty good so far. I'm kinda glad it's the naturally aspirated 3.8l because it has 200k miles on it. What you think of em' and what should I look out for?

[@Lrules364]

You may have to replace the valve cover gaskets, but other than that, nothing. The engine is nearly bullet proof, so long as you dont overheat it. Its the transmission you'll have to watch out for. But, being that its older, it can be fixed for under $1500 if it ever goes bad.

[@pulsarsbeam6411]

I have a 2005 impala and a 96 buick regal. They both have the 3.8na. The engines both are bulletproof my opinion one of the most reliable v6 gm ever made. But the only thing you might need to change is the water elbows on top of the engine right beside the intake manifold. They are plastic and leak overtime. Throw some aluminum or steel ones on. I did this for both my cars. Cheap easy fix that will save your self a engine.

[@herencia2j321]

Borginator ln my opinion, the 3.8 from General Motors is the best engine they ever made. I think it’s better then the sbc. Bulletproof.

[@bsgarey]

3.8 Was a good engine

[@robc8468]

Key word is WAS it was originally designed in the 1960s it had a very long production run but is discontinued and not available on any new GM vehicle.

[@srdjr6760]

My Impala (2007) hit 206,000 with very few repairs. I couldn't be happier with it. A mix of city and highway driving. Engine is still running great, but I think the Jersey barrier it yesterday did it in.

[@am-sj3wx]

I have 2 of the 07 LTs with the 3.9 engine. I have put over 500,000 miles between the both of them with no issues and both still ride and look amazing -

[@zachgruccio645]

I'm just saying, I have a 2007 charger and with over 140k miles on it and it hasn't had catastrophic failure. I even hit a guardrail going pretty fast backing into a parking spot and for sure thought the bumper was toast. Nope I was wrong not even one dent. If it was a plastic Toyota it would have been destroyed. Plus the car I own is pretty fun to drive despite fuel efficiency and massive blind spots but that's what you expect with a massive car.

[@michaelmohrle1773]

Charger ? this video is about Impala

[@tommy13t]

I have had 3 Impalas in the last 14 years. Love them. First one was stollen and ran off a cliff, second one is my brothers car now, (with 226,000 miles on it) and my current one is a 2011 with 111,000 miles on it as of 2 weeks ago. That one was bought used and was previously a rental with an accident reported that broke the head light. Other then that, no damages to frame or rust on any part of the car.

[@spurs2021]

Currently driving a 2016 Impala with 102K miles with no issues. Regular maintenance, had it’s tune up and transmission and coolant maintenance done on it. That’s because I drive it a little hard sometimes but I always use the best products on it when it comes to maintenance.

[@halhenryg]

Help! I have a 2017 Impala w/V-6 55.K miles last week, I was on the Feeway punched it to pass, It bucked, wipers came on and the dash went black as well as the info center, as soon as i backed off it went back to normal, scared crap. On Star, did a driving Diag. no issue found. Any insite?

[@LissaBroyles]

My 2005 Impala LS has 275k miles & is still kicking. Transmission went out in 2016 at about 180k but otherwise it's been real solid. Guess I got lucky.

[@camilorosales30]

I don't know whole lot about these new Chevys. I just bought my 2018 Chevrolet Colorado back in December. But I have a 2001 Chevy Cavalier, which is named to be a piece of crap car, but I totally disagree. It's going on 240k and yes, it's going through about a quart and a half of oil every 3k miles which is expected,but everything is working perfectly fine. this car has everything original, absolutely no complaints. now I'm pretty sure Chevy has changed a lot in the last 15 plus years and more than likely has made things worse. But in my humble opinion I think it's how you drive your vehicle.

[@TheStoppingDuck]

I thought the Cavalier just had a boring interior. It also easily fell into the hands of people who couldn't afford the maintenance

[@camilorosales30]

Greg Kutis I totally agree, people just don't take care of things and then they wonder why they don't last. I believe in keeping a vehicle as long as possible, within limits obviously. If you're putting constant money into an old vehicle that it's time to replace it. But in the case of my 2001 Chevy Cavalier, it's working perfectly fine. Everything is literally original in this car. Except for the radiator. I've replaced that twice already.

[@detroitdiesel89]

We have a 2013 Impala LTZ, has 136k miles on it now. Aside from basic maintenance, never have had to put much money into it. its been the most reliable vehicle we have ever owned.

[@Neanderthal75]

If there is any obvious indication, check the used car sales. Usually the most cars on sale of the same brand is actually the one to avoid. Especially if a few years old, low mileage and seems like dirt cheap.

[@jordansheppard6643]

i know someone who bought a toyota avalon and it fell apart. i bought a solara kind of close nothing but problems.

[@ponchoman49]

My folks long time elderly friends have a 2012 Avalon and it has been far from trouble free. The entire steering column needed to be replaced because a part broke inside preventing the wheel from tilting or telescoping. The exhaust needed replacing with less that 70K miles causing the CEL light to illuminate and thus fail inspection. Both front wheel bearings failed shortly after. The 3.5 V6 had a problem with gas ping even running 91 octane fuel. Turns out the computer was messed up making the engine run too lean. The bluetooth kept disconnecting calls. The driver's seat heater quit working. And I know there were several other issues. It has under 80 thousand miles currently.

[@theodorerinehart781]

I owned 6 Ford Taurus's since 99, and put on about 850K, only 2 breakdowns, AC compressor seized, and belt tensioner snapped off. I like driving my 2013 Limited more than Avalon, or Impala, better car

[@KenyonH]

I had a 2012 Impala. Got it 2014 with 36k mikes, I just traded it in last month with 138k on it. 4 years and only things I had to replace was the AC Compressor & Radiator. Since I had to radiator, I went ahead and replaced the water pumper & thermostat. Car ran perfect and I beat the hell out of it.

[@letmethinkv]

😂😂😂

[@drift3rkid66]

Hey Scotty, I have a 2009 Toyota Camry that I've had a boat load of problems just in the first 5 years of ownership. I also have a 2012 Impala that I purchased new, and it's been my anti-Camry!

[@clearanceninja8762]

I've got a 2008 Impala SS with a 5.3L V8 and 230K miles. Put that in your Toyota tailpipe and smoke it.

[@carmellatte71]

LMAO!!!!

[@baddabingbaddaboo100]

🤣

[@leoderosia9279]

Never had a impala but my other GM cars have run pretty good even after 200k but I change my oil, atf, spark plugs and coolant before they go bad

[@Damage42X]

Exactly! I have both a Toyota and a GM car. They both are running like a clock. I just change all the fluids before they even start to go bad and do preventive maintenance. People run everything to the limit and expect them to last +200k.

[@GrecoRoman123]

Re 1:01 I got an 09 with 72k miles on it and today, a hot sunny day, after supermarket shopping, it failed to start up for me. It cranked one time and then stopped. Scared the hell out of me. Thankfully it started on the 2nd attempt. Other problems: HVAC may just not work sometimes. The power locks started failing at around 50k miles (only 1 works now). Had to replace the Secondary Air Injection Valve. Had to replace EVAP Solenoid Vent Valve. Very disappointed having these problems (no start scare & no HVAC scare) on a car with such low mileage … that I baby.

[@johnathancee4754]

used to have a 05 impala bought it at 50k miles it was so smooth at first after 120k sensor here, leak there, it was hell i sold it at 250k miles with a clogged up exhaust and a stubborn shifting transmission. now i have a ford taurus its has good response bought it new im at 60 k miles now.. no offense scotty but stop saying toyota cars are always the best seems like nowadays manufacteres recommend for services for car more frequent toyota is a good maker but i know they dont make cars as the same way they did like the 96 camry now that car will never die!

[@billthompson5644]

MANY moons ago, I had a 68 SS 427 4 SPEED Impala fastback,I hated the squareback. I really liked it but I sold it to one of my best friends when I went in the army to Fort Leonard Wood Missouri

[@beezertwelvewashingbeard8703]

bill thompson Ft Leonard Wood, basic training, June-Aug 1990

[@billthompson5644]

Special Ed 62F10 1984 2006

[@williamlgolub1094]

I liked the squareback for 1968. 2 door hard-top of course. Those triple taillights in the bumper were beautiful and way ahead of their time!

[@jadonnoble5621]

bill thompson I live fairly close to fort lost in the woods lol. Anyone who has been there knows what I’m talking about😜

[@eightosaurusspelunk1598]

bill thompson You forgot to finish your story. Or was that it?

[@vacuumfreak95]

I just bought a 2013 Impala LTZ with 48,000 miles and I love it! I've only had it three weeks, but I sure hope it holds up.

[@SF.Automotive]

How is it now?

[@dirkdiggler2695]

How about now?

[@James-nm6de]

Got a 2016, runs so smooth.

[@CJ-vz5bl]

How bout now

[@justinfincher2385]

I had a 2008 impala that had no issues. Except 1. Around 100k I had the brakes changed and they weren’t as good as the old ones. They didn’t stop short enough to keep me from totaling the car out. Oy. I have a 2014 Buick Verano now. Bought it brand new and now I have 105k and absolutely no issues, still on the original brakes.

[@rhrh2025]

For a brief period of time, the Impala was America's car. It was probably in the late 50s thru the 60s. I think they (Chevrolet) did some kind of joint venture with Toyota, at some point in time. I've never owned one, but I've always heard they were good cars.

[@Tully3674]

You can't ask Scotty to compare ANY car vs a Toyota. He likes Toyota. He'll never dis a Toyota. Yes, they are reliable cars. But on the flip side, the past few years Buick, Hyundai, Chevy - they've made reliable cars. I often think Scotty's favoritism on Toyota's has to do with their history of reliability (again, no argument about that). But as technological as cars have become the past few years, *I* don't give Toyota a pass like Scotty does. Toyota is very slow to get on the innovative or technology bandwagon. That a simple implementation of Apple Carplay or Android Auto isn't found on most Toyota's while most everyone else has them from 4-5 years ago, Toyota needs to step up their innovation/technology.

[@helivesonforever]

Totally agree, new toyota's are nowhere near as nice or reliable as their competitors. I don't give any car a pass until I've owned them and put miles on them. It's hard to go wrong with any modern car unless it's an econobox honestly.

[@Sonichu_is_watching]

GM cars are not made to last. Hyundai's are good but not great like a Toyota.

[@jmoreno23red]

Toyota spends years upon years perfecting any new technology before its released , hence why they seem a little behind. So if you want unreliable technology that has no research and development behind it go for domestic auto makers like chevy, ford, and dodge that just throw whatever they come up with in their vehicles year after year.

[@tylerryce1802]

Tully3674 Dont forget their awful styling!

[@frankmagana1408]

Aaron youre so right, theyre not made to last. We’ll juts ignore the huge amoutn of old ones still on the road but youre right not build to last

[@cannabine413]

My 2008 impala has almost 300 hundred thousand miles and still runs smoth and the ac works and everything in the car works the impala is a legendary car Toyota are completely junk i will never own on again

[@joshdevdoss9041]

As long as you take good care of it, Service it and care for it. You wouldn't have to worry about it falling apart.