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#1044 of 1301 Re: [jerrywimer] by bvdj84 Sep 14, 2008 (4:24 pm)
Replying to: jerrywimer (Sep 11, 2008 8:34 am) Well, the bummer part of the 4spd transmission, is that it doesn't want to make up its mind of which gear to be in, and its jumpy because of this. I just found out that the new G6 4cyl is going to have a 6spd trans, which will help alot, and its also adds about 2mpgs to it. When I drove an 06 Accord, it did not have this problem of jump around the gears, and it all ran up and down the rpm's really smooth. There wasn't that hesitation that it seems the malibu, and the G6 have on the 4cyl, and even the V6. I am not the only one to have said that too. I am not sure why the GM's engine reserves its power for upper rpm range too, the Accord had a pretty torquey 4cyl in the lower range. The 08 Jetta I own has great power too, certainly more zoomy than the G6 or the malibu 4cyl from experience.
#1045 of 1301 bohemia1 by vanman1 Sep 16, 2008 (8:28 am)
Thanks for the info.   Just bought the car this morning. No roof though, the one that had one got sold. I just realized it has heated seats, my wife is going to love that.   I pick it up later this week. Looking forward to it. The car is replacing a slightly larger Intrigue but I am really giving up very little in terms of interior or trunk space. Replies to this message: guss (Sep 18, 2008 3:26 am)
#1046 of 1301 Re: bohemia1 [vanman1] by guss Sep 18, 2008 (3:26 am)
Replying to: vanman1 (Sep 16, 2008 8:28 am) Congratulations on the Malibu ! Will your screen name change to sedanman ?   I park next to someone at work that has an '03 Intrigue and I could swear my Malibu looks bigger. It may be that the Malibu is more bulges that increase space.   BTW, I got to use my heated seats for the first time. They are really nice for an achy back. They also allow me to keep the sunroof open on chilly mornings.
#1047 of 1301 guss by vanman1 Sep 18, 2008 (10:11 am)
Thanks. Pick it up in about 4 hours.   Malibu does look a little bigger as it sits higher (as most cars do these days vs. 8 years ago). The Intrigue is about 5 inches wider though and the trunk is a snick bigger also.   Looking forward to getting it and ripping out on the highway tio try out that 3.6. I'll post later tonite if I can. Replies to this message: kplacer (Sep 19, 2008 1:11 pm) bwia (Sep 20, 2008 7:39 am) kplacer (Sep 21, 2008 3:14 am)
#1048 of 1301 Re: guss [vanman1] by kplacer Sep 19, 2008 (1:11 pm)
Replying to: vanman1 (Sep 18, 2008 10:11 am) I own an Intrigue and have driven the Malibu. While I generally like the Malibu and may even end up buying one someday, I immediately noticed the much narrower body upon driving it. I also did not like the much reduced visibility as compared to the Intrigue. The current style trend of high beltlines and cowl made me feel claustrophobic inside the Malibu, and I really appreciated the visibility and light, airy feel of the intrigue when i got back behind the wheel. It's low cowl and beltline really make a difference for the better. The Malibu also felt very tight in the back seat and while the trunk is a good size, the opening is very small.   I wonder if there are any new vehicles these days that still have the low-cowl and beltline design of the Intrigue? Replies to this message: bwia (Sep 20, 2008 7:39 am) kplacer (Sep 21, 2008 3:14 am)
#1049 of 1301 Re: guss [kplacer] by bwia Sep 20, 2008 (7:39 am)
Replying to: kplacer (Sep 19, 2008 1:11 pm) While I generally like the Malibu .... I immediately noticed the much narrower body upon driving it. I also did not like the much reduced visibility as compared to the Intrigue. The current style trend of high beltlines and cowl made me feel claustrophobic inside the Malibu,...The Malibu also felt very tight in the back seat and while the trunk is a good size, the opening is very small.   kplacer, why would you want to buy a Malibu with all these shortcomings? Sounds like sour grapes to me. Replies to this message: kplacer (Sep 21, 2008 3:14 am)
#1050 of 1301 6000 Miles and counting. by lhlavenka Sep 20, 2008 (11:51 am)
Just got back from a month in Montana and Wyoming. Now have over 6000 miles on the Malibu. In highway driving w/the speed control 65 the MPG was 33+. We spent a lot of time in Yellowstone National Park. At park speeds(45MPH) with buffalo jams thrown in we got 28 & 29 MPG. A lot of downhill using the I on the transmission to control speed w/o using the brakes too much. Checked the oil 5000 and it was right on. Checked again when we got home still right on. The car was loaded with clothing, fishing gear and food for several weeks. Still no rattles. My only complaint is 74 years old, 6'1", 230 lbs. and a little arthritic, it's a bit difficult in and out the drivers side. Anybody know an easy way to get dried bugs off the front end? Replies to this message: priggly (Sep 20, 2008 10:17 pm) ohc6sprint (Sep 22, 2008 12:53 pm) lhlavenka (Sep 24, 2008 7:04 pm) ohc6sprint (Sep 25, 2008 4:54 am) and 3 more...
#1051 of 1301 Can you get by marsha7 Sep 20, 2008 (6:57 pm)
the bugs off with a light coat of WD40???   BTW, wait for someone to confirm this, as I don't want you to take off paint...you may want to go over to the carwax topics, as I would think that bug removal would be a major topic in "wash and wax"...   But only a Host can tell you where it is, as I can rarely find anything unless someone links it for me...   Ah, to be almost smart, and yet so dumb does bother me sometimes...
#1052 of 1301 Re: 6000 Miles and counting. [lhlavenka] by priggly Sep 20, 2008 (10:17 pm)
Replying to: lhlavenka (Sep 20, 2008 11:51 am) Try Stoner's Tarminator. Can't be beat. Takes off road tar, too.
#1053 of 1301 Re: guss [bwia] by kplacer Sep 21, 2008 (3:14 am)
Replying to: bwia (Sep 20, 2008 7:39 am) How can it be sour grapes? I said that I generally liked the Malibu. Having said that, no vehicle is perfect and those flaws in the Malibu ared the things I don't like about it. There are a number of things I don't like about my Intrigue too -- road & engine noise, colorless interior, equally tight rear seat. I liked a number of things about the Malibu -- the interior finish, the quiet, and the surprising punch from the 4-cylinder engine. I just wish the visibility was better and that is was a little roomier inside.

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