Faults:
Engine was nearly destroyed (previous owner did not replace the engine oil since he purchased it at 60,000km)
Things that has actually GONE WRONG after repairs:
Power windows didn't work. Needed to replace the unit.
Radiator fan stopped working.
General Comments:
I have never seen a car so unreliable. Maybe not a surprise considering that the Asian market version is assembled in China.
When the radiator fan stopped working, I went to Chevrolet to ask what was wrong. They didn't know and wanted to run a diagnosis. For 9 whole hours. at 50.00 USD per hour. I complained, telling them that it shouldn't cost me anything to know what was wrong with my car. That if they expected anything of me, it should be for repairs, labor and parts. I mean, shouldn't they know what the problem is? And if they didn't, then why on earth should it cost me 450 bucks just to find out?
Tried to help the dumb technician narrow down the problem by exploring the possible problems one by one. Nothing wrong with the wiring, electric current. Decided that there was something wrong with the thermal sensor for the engine. Asked him how much it would cost to have the sensor replaced. He said 60 bucks for thermal sensor, but more for another related sensor... 110 bucks. Asked how much the brake pads cost. 250 bucks per set. Ridiculous!
The only thing I like about this car is the interior. The seats are comfortable and the onboard toys are plenty. But other than that... I hate the car.
11th Sep 2008, 08:05
You are about due for the intake manifold leak. Get rid of it no later than 50,000 miles, unless you have an extened warranty and a dealership with good customer service. No worse than a Toyota or Honda mini-van with the transmission problems because they are based on a car.