MY 08 Malibu - Page 2

08Malibu 2LT · 01-20-2008, 06:18 PM

And lastly

F14CRAZY · 01-20-2008, 07:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Butz

Then what is a ride?

Pontiac is ride

FenwickHockey65 · 01-21-2008, 10:55 AM

I saw one of those the other day after hockey practice. I stared at it for a good 10 minutes before my friend almost smacked me with a hockey stick.
Congrats on the new Malibu!

JBsZ06 · 01-21-2008, 10:58 AM

Betty's a beaut!

What a great car.........

Best of luck with it..

JB

coaster.n3rd · 01-21-2008, 12:10 PM

Brutal Betty!

Nice man.. congrats on the new set of wheels. Question: The Aura comes in Carbon Flash, it is a metallic black with Flake and Saturn charges $95 for it. Is Black Granite Metallic the same? were you up charged?

roteague · 01-21-2008, 12:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Butz

Then what is a ride?

Pontiac is ride

Sorry, I didn't realize English isn't your first language......

KIDDIESEL79 · 01-21-2008, 12:58 PM

I haven't seen a black one in person yet. I would really like to see what is special about it that they charge for it.

08Malibu 2LT · 01-21-2008, 04:48 PM

Yes the up charge was $115 cdn. I only picked two options, paint and body color side mouldings for $145 cdn. There is a lot of Flake in this color. At times (when she's clean) it has the look of very dark grey.

fastdriver · 02-12-2008, 06:49 AM

Well, it's 13 days today since I picked up my red LTZ beauty! I have to say that it is as nice or nicer than my 2005 Buick LaCrosse. I am very lucky to have this car because I still stick by my earlier statement here on GMI that the LTZ is in limited supply/numbers. Strings had to be pulled to get mine built!

This car has the same affect on me VISUALLY (that is the ONLY similarity- trust me) as my 1999 Chrysler 300M had on me when I got it in June of 1998. I can't stop staring at it as I walk away from it. It's not just the red jewel color, although that does help, but the striking lines/looks! I am also as self-conscious as I was with the 300M when I am at a traffic light and see people staring at the car out of the corner of my eye. I am "embarrassed" to look left or right. Of course, that could also be because people here in So. CT STILL have not seen any Malibus on the road yet in ANY color!

I have been so busy at work that I have not had time to post any thoughts about the car yet, but I will soon. In the meantime, take a gander at my pics in photobucket.

JBsZ06 · 02-12-2008, 09:00 AM

Thanks for the feedback.. Its what makes these forums so much fun.

The car is a beauty. I agree..

The proportions are just very tight. Its styled so well. Its 252hp V6 and 6 speed transmission are right on the money...

Enjoy that new car...and keep us abreast of more insights as they come to you.

Its much appreciated.

JB

FenwickHockey65 · 02-12-2008, 09:58 AM

I love the chrome grille on the LTZ models...I wish it was an option on the the LS.

fastdriver · 02-12-2008, 12:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FenwickHockey65

I love the chrome grille on the LTZ models...I wish it was an option on the the LS.

With the options that so many after market companies offer now, you'll probably be able to order one yourself and put it in. I have not checked that closely yet, but I think it's plastic and not real chrome.

impala02 · 02-12-2008, 01:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 08Malibu 2LT

Hello All, here is a pic of my new ride. A 2LT model, Black Granite Metallic, with Ebony interior. It is a vast improvement over my 04 Malibu Maxx that it replaces. The ride and handling is most enjoyable. I love this car, lol.
Oh, and her name is Betty.

Congrats on your Malibu. I love the black, but it is so hard to keep clean in the winter.

Quote:

Originally Posted by fastdriver

Well, it's 13 days today since I picked up my red LTZ beauty! I have to say that it is as nice or nicer than my 2005 Buick LaCrosse. I am very lucky to have this car because I still stick by my earlier statement here on GMI that the LTZ is in limited supply/numbers. Strings had to be pulled to get mine built!

This car has the same affect on me VISUALLY (that is the ONLY similarity- trust me) as my 1999 Chrysler 300M had on me when I got it in June of 1998. I can't stop staring at it as I walk away from it. It's not just the red jewel color, although that does help, but the striking lines/looks! I am also as self-conscious as I was with the 300M when I am at a traffic light and see people staring at the car out of the corner of my eye. I am "embarrassed" to look left or right. Of course, that could also be because people here in So. CT STILL have not seen any Malibus on the road yet in ANY color!

I have been so busy at work that I have not had time to post any thoughts about the car yet, but I will soon. In the meantime, take a gander at my pics in photobucket.

Wow. The Malibu looks great in that color. I also love the LTZ grill, too. I've seen a few new Malibus here in central CT, but they all seem to be grey. The red really makes it stand out. You should take a ride up to central CT so I can see it! Congrats on your purchase.

fastdriver · 02-12-2008, 04:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by impala02

Congrats on your Malibu. I love the black, but it is so hard to keep clean in the winter.

Wow. The Malibu looks great in that color. I also love the LTZ grill, too. I've seen a few new Malibus here in central CT, but they all seem to be grey. The red really makes it stand out. You should take a ride up to central CT so I can see it! Congrats on your purchase.

Hi impala02-

Are you in the market for a new Malibu? Send me a private e-mail where you are in CT. I'm on vacation next week and could take a ride if you're serious. I know how SCARCE the Malibus still are no matter what people here say.

EldoFan · 02-17-2008, 02:32 AM

Am glad to see some new Malibus out in the wild!! Congrats!

01-21-2008, 10:55 AM	#18 (permalink)
FenwickHockey65 7.0 Liter LS7 V8 Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: West Chester, OH Drives: Chevrolet Malibu LS, GMC Envoy SLE, GMC Sonoma SLS Posts: 5,486	Re: MY 08 Malibu I saw one of those the other day after hockey practice. I stared at it for a good 10 minutes before my friend almost smacked me with a hockey stick. Congrats on the new Malibu! __________________ Proud to drive American. Proud to drive GM. Current Cars: 2007 Chevrolet Malibu LS: 2.2L ECOTEC I-4 2003 GMC Envoy SLE: 4.2L Vortec 4200 I-6 1998 GMC Sonoma SLS Ext. Cab: 4.3L Vortec 4300 V6 Former Cars: 1993 Saturn SW2 (1993-2006, 243,000 miles) 1989 GMC Safari SLT (1989-2003, 293,000 miles) Future Car: 2010 Chevrolet Camaro 2LT RS: 3.6L DI VVT V6

01-21-2008, 10:58 AM	#19 (permalink)
JBsZ06 6.0 Liter Vortec V8 Join Date: Jan 2004 Drives: 2001 ZO6 TTP 224/224 114lsa Cam Pkg 396rwhp 380 rw Posts: 1,862	Re: MY 08 Malibu Betty's a beaut! What a great car......... Best of luck with it.. JB __________________ 2008 Blk C6 M6 w/Z51 & NPP exhaust 2008 CTS AWD 304hp sports suspension

01-21-2008, 12:10 PM	#20 (permalink)
coaster.n3rd 5.3 Liter LS4 V8 Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: 5,059 Miles SE of Dutch Harbor Drives: 2008 Saturn Aura XE 2.4 I-4 Posts: 3,861	Re: MY 08 Malibu Brutal Betty! Nice man.. congrats on the new set of wheels. Question: The Aura comes in Carbon Flash, it is a metallic black with Flake and Saturn charges $95 for it. Is Black Granite Metallic the same? were you up charged? __________________ 'I've seen the next Cadillac STS replacement and it looks damn good... like a ****ing Bentley.' - Unclassified GM exec. 'I had no respect for the 55 mph limit and I took great delight in breaking the limit I can assure you.' www.32hours7minutes.com

01-21-2008, 12:58 PM	#22 (permalink)
KIDDIESEL79 3.9 Liter V6 Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Philadelphia Posts: 804	Re: MY 08 Malibu I haven't seen a black one in person yet. I would really like to see what is special about it that they charge for it.

01-21-2008, 04:48 PM	#23 (permalink)
08Malibu 2LT 2.5L Iron Duke Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Quispamsis, New Brunswick Canada Drives: 2008 2LT Malibu, Black Granite Metalic/Ebony Inte Posts: 15	Re: MY 08 Malibu Yes the up charge was $115 cdn. I only picked two options, paint and body color side mouldings for $145 cdn. There is a lot of Flake in this color. At times (when she's clean) it has the look of very dark grey. __________________ My Car- 08 Malibu 2Lt, Black Granite Metallic Wife's Car- 06 Aveo, Urban Grey

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02-12-2008, 06:49 AM	#24 (permalink)
fastdriver 3.8 Liter V6 Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: So. CT Drives: 2008 Chevy Malibu LTZ 2004 Chevy Aveo LS Sedan Posts: 343	Re: MY 08 Malibu Well, it's 13 days today since I picked up my red LTZ beauty! I have to say that it is as nice or nicer than my 2005 Buick LaCrosse. I am very lucky to have this car because I still stick by my earlier statement here on GMI that the LTZ is in limited supply/numbers. Strings had to be pulled to get mine built! This car has the same affect on me VISUALLY (that is the ONLY similarity- trust me) as my 1999 Chrysler 300M had on me when I got it in June of 1998. I can't stop staring at it as I walk away from it. It's not just the red jewel color, although that does help, but the striking lines/looks! I am also as self-conscious as I was with the 300M when I am at a traffic light and see people staring at the car out of the corner of my eye. I am "embarrassed" to look left or right. Of course, that could also be because people here in So. CT STILL have not seen any Malibus on the road yet in ANY color! I have been so busy at work that I have not had time to post any thoughts about the car yet, but I will soon. In the meantime, take a gander at my pics in photobucket. __________________ fastdriver Accept mediocrity and that's all you'll ever get. 08 Malibu LTZ- Red Jewel Tintcoat Ordered 12/11/07, shipped 1/9/08, arrived at dealer in RI on 1/21/08! Picked up 1/30. http://www.geocities.com/fastdriver2_99/index.html-Previous cars http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v372/fastdriver2/- Current cars

02-12-2008, 09:00 AM	#25 (permalink)
JBsZ06 6.0 Liter Vortec V8 Join Date: Jan 2004 Drives: 2001 ZO6 TTP 224/224 114lsa Cam Pkg 396rwhp 380 rw Posts: 1,862	Re: MY 08 Malibu Thanks for the feedback.. Its what makes these forums so much fun. The car is a beauty. I agree.. The proportions are just very tight. Its styled so well. Its 252hp V6 and 6 speed transmission are right on the money... Enjoy that new car...and keep us abreast of more insights as they come to you. Its much appreciated. JB __________________ 2008 Blk C6 M6 w/Z51 & NPP exhaust 2008 CTS AWD 304hp sports suspension

02-12-2008, 09:58 AM	#26 (permalink)
FenwickHockey65 7.0 Liter LS7 V8 Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: West Chester, OH Drives: Chevrolet Malibu LS, GMC Envoy SLE, GMC Sonoma SLS Posts: 5,486	Re: MY 08 Malibu I love the chrome grille on the LTZ models...I wish it was an option on the the LS. __________________ Proud to drive American. Proud to drive GM. Current Cars: 2007 Chevrolet Malibu LS: 2.2L ECOTEC I-4 2003 GMC Envoy SLE: 4.2L Vortec 4200 I-6 1998 GMC Sonoma SLS Ext. Cab: 4.3L Vortec 4300 V6 Former Cars: 1993 Saturn SW2 (1993-2006, 243,000 miles) 1989 GMC Safari SLT (1989-2003, 293,000 miles) Future Car: 2010 Chevrolet Camaro 2LT RS: 3.6L DI VVT V6

02-17-2008, 02:32 AM	#30 (permalink)
EldoFan 6.0 Liter LS2 V8 Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Omaha Nebraska, USA Drives: '08 Malibu LT '94 Plymouth Voyager Posts: 4,887	Re: MY 08 Malibu Am glad to see some new Malibus out in the wild!! Congrats! __________________ When you turn your car on....does it return the favor? Past Rides: '90 Lincoln Mark VII '93 Ford Taurus GL

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