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#105 of 200 Re: Cobalt - worst car I ever drove [mytemp095] by georgecavalier Apr 24, 2008 (7:40 am)
Replying to: mytemp095 (Apr 23, 2008 3:53 am) For one thing you're talking about a rental. Who knows what abuse the thing has been through. Of course a V6 that makes a good 100hp more will have better pickup. I'm not sure about the mileage because I got up to 37MPG on mine. I agree with poncho167 the car is a good handler (even with the stock tires) and the Ecotec has a great reputation. Seat comfort is a matter of preference I guess. Replies to this message: poncho167 (Apr 25, 2008 9:48 am)
#106 of 200 Re: Cobalt - worst car I ever drove [georgecavalier] by poncho167 Apr 25, 2008 (9:48 am)
Replying to: georgecavalier (Apr 24, 2008 7:40 am) It was a made up story from some kid who probably lost a race or is mad that the write ups of the new turbo SS has it beating the Mazda speed in every way.
#107 of 200 1 year anniversary by harrisblack Jun 18, 2008 (12:34 pm)
Today is the 1 year anniversary of ownership for my white 2007 Cobalt. It has 4700 miles with no problems. We get 20 plus to 30 plus in gas mileage. It's been a good car. Replies to this message: steve333 (Jun 18, 2008 1:38 pm) justus3 (Jul 02, 2008 3:43 pm)
#108 of 200 Re: 1 year anniversary [harrisblack] by steve333 Jun 18, 2008 (1:38 pm)
Replying to: harrisblack (Jun 18, 2008 12:34 pm) Hope you have better luck than I do. My Balt is an 06 with 40000 miles and my steering column was replaced twice and my intermediate shaft is about to be replaced for the second time. I suggest you get an extended warranty. Replies to this message: justus3 (Jul 02, 2008 3:43 pm)
#109 of 200 Re: Cobalt - worst car I ever drove [mytemp095] by sbadattitude Jun 18, 2008 (4:29 pm)
Replying to: mytemp095 (Apr 23, 2008 3:53 am) i have an 06 cobalt ss and its the best car i have ever owned...as for your gas mileage either you have your foot to the floor or there is something wrong with that car.. mine gets usually 22-25 miles to the gallon city and more highway.. im sorry that you dont like it.. but i will keep my american made car... nothing compares to my baby
#110 of 200 My two cents by tsjay Jun 21, 2008 (4:50 am)
I bought a brand new 08 Cobalt LS four door sedan with the 2.2 L engine and auto tranny on June 3, 2008.   I like the car, and I believe I will end up being very happy with it, but I have had a couple water leaks that kind of "dampen" (yes, pun intended) my enthusiasm.   There was a sheet metal to sheet metal seam in the trunk that was not sealed at the factory, and this was the source of one water leak. It also turned out that the back glass was not sealed properly, and the window shelf, or "package tray," as I believe it is called, got wet when I washed the car. The service manager at the dealership had the local auto glass guy come out and fix the leak, but he wanted me to let him order a whole new gasket and have the back glass completely reinstalled, along with a new package tray (in case the old one might warp from being wet). [How do you like THAT for a service manager? They get a lot of bad press, but this guy takes great care of me. He is more upset about my water leak than I am.] I agreed to let him get a new gasket and package tray for me, but I won't be able to take the car back for the repair for a couple weeks.   There are many pluses with this car, and they outweigh the negatives so far.   I believe that when the selling price is compared with what you get, it is clear that the Cobalt has tremendous "bang for the buck." Sure, I could have bought a car that I would have been happier with, but NOT for the kind of money I spent on the Cobalt, especially with the $2000 rebate taken into consideration.   I think some people have unrealistic expectations, and that comment is not directed at anyone in here... I haven't even read very many of the posts in here yet.   The only negatives so far are the two water leaks (The dealer is doing a very good job of taking care of me on those issues.) and the lack of back seat leg room (Well, It IS a compact car, so that is to be expected.).   On the plus side are the following:   *Good styling *Surprisingly good acceleration for a four banger "gas sipper" *Good mileage (I got 28.5 MPG last fill-up for a mix of city and highway driving. Have not yet had the opportunity to run out a whole tank of gas on highway driving.) *Good handling *Good ride *Quiet ride ( by comparison to other compacts) *Comfortable seats *Great trunk room   So, my friends, if the water leaks are fixed and "stay fixed," and if no new problems arise, then I am going to be VERY happy with this car.   Tom
#111 of 200 Re: another experience [kittychick314] by nyguy1 Jun 29, 2008 (7:21 am)
Replying to: kittychick314 (Dec 05, 2007 10:43 pm) I just wanted to post an update. Our 2005 with NO OPTIONS just past the 50K mile mark and has had it's first repair. A front suspension part needed to be replaced because it made noise over every bump. Cost $250, this is the first and only repair in that many miles so I am very pleased. Gas mileage on the highway is 36mpg all the time, now remember we have the 5sp manual. We also have a 2007 just like it with near 18K miles without any repairs, just gas and oil changes. I am a loyal Cobalt customer now for sure.
#112 of 200 Re: 1 year anniversary by justus3 Jul 02, 2008 (3:43 pm)
Replying to: steve333 (Jun 18, 2008 1:38 pm) I too just made it through the first year with my '07 Cobalt and I am still in love, lol. This car has given me no mechanical trouble so far. It's got 19000 miles on it and all I have done so far is regular maintenance (oil changes, tires rotated). It made it through a Montana winter with no problems, handled good in the snow with the assistance of studless snow tires, of course and so far has been a real gem to own. The only issue seems to be the sunroof which is leaking air and rattling. I have taken it in for that once already and the fix lasted maybe a couple months. Guess I'll have to try again and hope they can tighten it better or something.
#113 of 200 I love/hate my Cobalt by madwarrior47 Aug 05, 2008 (7:06 am)
I bought my Cobalt Nov '07 and I still can't get used to the pedals in the car. They feel awkward. My previous car was a Chevy Corsica V6, I simply pivoted my foot to go from braking to accelerating. The Cobalt is more of a lift up and over movement that feels so ergonomically awkward. I'm terrified whenever I need to brake. Then there's the lightness of the car. When driving down hill I feel like I'm on a rollercoaster ride. The pluses, I've had great gas mileage and no real problems.
#114 of 200 Covbalt Brakes locked up by matthewota Aug 06, 2008 (4:55 am)
My cobalt sat for two months with the parking brake applied. When I tried to drive it this week, the left rear wheel was locked up. How do I unstick the brake?

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