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#1199 of 1301 2009 LTZ 6 cyl by mickey77 Dec 30, 2008 (4:04 pm)
I picked up the car last night and so far I am very happy, however, I find that the glove box does not have a light when opened? Can this be done aftermarket?
#1200 of 1301 by vanman1 Jan 01, 2009 (5:59 pm)
I never noticed no glove box light.. I will have to check that tomorrow.   Could get one of these I guess:   http://www.brookstone.com/sl/product/10696-tap-lite-anywhere-led-light-assorted-- colors.html
#1201 of 1301 Ride and Trunk space? by CapeCod Feb 07, 2009 (11:20 am)
I recently test drove a 09 Malibu. My first impression was it sat a bit low ?? Also how convenient and useful is the trunk? I ask because I am moving up from a Vibe. The trunk opening seemed tight... the trunk itself seemed compressed because of the lowness of rear deck. Any golfers out there have experience with storing clubs and pull cart in trunk? Do owners often find themselves loading suitcases and big duffle bags... using the back doors with the back seats folded down ??? ALso A few times a year I will need it to haul bags of leaves... Will I be able to fold seats down, cover with tarp, & load my bags? Thanks, Replies to this message: lhlavenka (Feb 08, 2009 3:10 pm) vanman1 (Feb 09, 2009 7:11 pm) bohemia1 (Feb 10, 2009 4:40 pm)
#1202 of 1301 Re: Ride and Trunk space? [CapeCod] by lhlavenka Feb 08, 2009 (3:10 pm)
Replying to: CapeCod (Feb 07, 2009 11:20 am) Just got around to reading your post. I have an 08 LT1. The trunk is large for the size car but you are right the opening is small. I'm not a golfer so don't know about golf bags. We (two rather large adults) left for a month last summer, packed the trunk and seat (folded down) area jammed with fishing gear, clothes and food. Everything fit no problems. About the seat height or door opening. The Malibu is a bit tight for a 6"1" 230# 75yo arthritic old flatus. However, a few weeks back I had a re-occurring back problem & the Dr. sent me to physical therapy. I now get in and out w/o problem. The car now has about 12000 miles on it w/o problems. Highway mileage 65 mph seems to be 30 to 31. Day long rides are comfortable and the handling just fine.
#1203 of 1301 Re: Ride and Trunk space? [CapeCod] by vanman1 Feb 09, 2009 (7:11 pm)
Replying to: CapeCod (Feb 07, 2009 11:20 am) Many of the concerns you have I had so let me address them for you. I spent a lot of time researching the Malibu before I bought. Few points:   1. The car doesn't position you low, but the Vibe is a little higher due to it's crossover nature. The windows are also smaller which make it feel like you are sitting lower. 2. Trunk opening is small but the trunk is surprisingly big. I can fit golf clubs horizontal no problem, I checked that before I bought. I have not had any issues with the small opening. We travel with the car to my parents home 3 hours away and suitcases and clubs together for the long weekends and holidays are just fine. 3. Bags of leaves? I dunno.. you may want a van or hatch back if you need that.   We have a van, the Malibu is my daily driver. That said, it's fine for long trips so long as we aren't doing a lot of shopping or camping. If you need to haul big bags of leaves this may not be your car. If you want a solid sedan with decent cargo room and amazing legroom, I highly recommend.
#1204 of 1301 Re: Ride and Trunk space? [CapeCod] by bohemia1 Feb 10, 2009 (4:40 pm)
Replying to: CapeCod (Feb 07, 2009 11:20 am) Yes, the trunk opening is small although the trunk is a reasonable size. I have trouble getting suitcases into the trunk of my 08 LT2 Malibu. I end up pushing & twisting until it pops through the opening, then there is room for at least a couple of bags. I also could not fit a small recycle bin purchased at a home supply store. I had to put it on the back seat. Personally I could not imagine hauling leaves in my Malibu! I really enjoy driving my Malibu but if you want to haul anything of any size, buy a truck or SUV.
#1205 of 1301 by nc42dad Feb 10, 2009 (6:37 pm)
We've just got a 2LT & we also have a Venture, which definitely sits higher. I am 6'9 and drive the Malibu and do not find it "low" for a car. It is much lower than the Venture but some of the older Civics make me dizzy - they are so low.   My first impressions are the ride is great, very quiet. The 6 speed transmission on the 4 cylinder shifts a little goofy IMO. The view out the back window isn't real great but I think I will get used to it. The only thing I do not like that I would change is the controls for the heated seats should be on the dash where you can see them. It is hard to change the setting when you are driving because you can't see them. My first tank of gas I got 15 mpg. Second tank was 18 mpg. ALL city driving - my average speed is 15 mph. My old truck was about 10. Replies to this message: vanman1 (Feb 11, 2009 3:27 pm)
#1206 of 1301 Re: [nc42dad] by vanman1 Feb 11, 2009 (3:27 pm)
Replying to: nc42dad (Feb 10, 2009 6:37 pm) What makes you say the 6-speed on the 4 cyl. is "goofy"? It's class leading technology giving the car class leading mileage numbers.   I agree with you on the heat seat buttons but I am used to it now. Most everything else is perfectly in reach and easy, a dream compared to the Accord's 100 button dash.
#1207 of 1301 by nc42dad Feb 12, 2009 (9:23 am)
I don't think it shifts real smooth after deceleration - at least not compared to my other cars. In my Venture I do not notice any shifting of gears at all. It almost appears to get caught in the wong gear. Replies to this message: vanman1 (Feb 12, 2009 5:45 pm) johnmilburn (Mar 30, 2009 6:14 pm) dgcamero (Apr 01, 2009 8:43 am)
#1208 of 1301 Re: [nc42dad] by vanman1 Feb 12, 2009 (5:45 pm)
Replying to: nc42dad (Feb 12, 2009 9:23 am) You should have it checked for adjustment then. I have the 3.6/6-speed and the shifts are smooth as silk. I usually don't even notice them, it's one of the things that I immediately loved about the Malibu.

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