I work in repo. I see these vehicles at 30K miles with engine and transmission failures. The Chevy Cruze and Buick Verano are smoldering pieces of shit before the paint is dry.

@mt1885

5 жыл бұрын

REPO rate is like 30%+ and they are already abused and destroyed.

@wobblysauce

5 жыл бұрын

I guess it is why people give up on them and play the Repo game.

@lesserlogic9977

5 жыл бұрын

No Mentone of the cruze

@maximusareilius2262

5 жыл бұрын

I was gonna mention the Chevy Cruze. I heard they are terrible. 😬🙄

@OffGridInvestor

5 жыл бұрын

Here in Australia the early korean made cruzes were crap. Then for a few years they made them in Australia and the quality was fantastic.

Chevy is the only brand whose sports cars are more reliable than their family crossovers

@hybridAbsol

4 жыл бұрын

Yes , buy more Camaros , Corvettes , Impala SS , Chevy SS and Cobalt SS

@seed_drill7135

4 жыл бұрын

@@Crustychevrolet Yeah, but Dodge and Ford trucks are also more reliable than their family crossovers.

@johnfrese4851

4 жыл бұрын

So true because the older Malibu and impalas from the 70 and 80 era were a lot better made than what's t out now

@Scottsdaleofficesteve

4 жыл бұрын

Mazda too

@Scottsdaleofficesteve

4 жыл бұрын

And Ford

You should do one of these for every automaker. And the car industry should listen.

@ClintE55

5 жыл бұрын

They won't they haven't for years

@ForeignReview

5 жыл бұрын

Facts

@missingremote4388

5 жыл бұрын

It's all in the suspension. Can be modified to be more firm/Heavy Duty. Even a 4 door Fwd, (front wheel drive)

@samuelsamsonian5832

5 жыл бұрын

@Beardio If enough people share the videos, one voice becomes thousands.

@79thump8

5 жыл бұрын

Especially when you combine the roughly 1 million subscribers associated with the Wizards channel, Hoovie, and WatchJRGO.

i had found Cavaliers in mexico with 600k - 750k miles and still going xD

@curlyfriesolaire8053

3 жыл бұрын

@Gabriel Ochoa sounds like beater car material.

@issabendeck1135

3 жыл бұрын

Same chevy s10 2.2 liter i sold it with 500000 kilometers

3.6 V6 *Timing chain tensioners have left the chat.

@markh.6687

3 жыл бұрын

See also ecotech 2.2L.

@atx-cvpi_99

3 жыл бұрын

Any first gen High Feature V6 has the same timing chain failures. Doesn’t matter if it’s a 2.8, 3.0, 3.2, or 3.6 V6. It doesn’t matter if it has turbos on it. The second gen didn’t come out until 2016.

@atx-cvpi_99

3 жыл бұрын

@@markh.6687 2.4 too.

@markh.6687

3 жыл бұрын

@@atx-cvpi_99 Thanks; never tripped over a warning like on the 2.2's .

@prixinc1

3 жыл бұрын

So are the 2nd gen 3.6 V6 from 2016 better & more reliable?

"And for the love of god dont buy a Chevy Aveo they're ugly as hell." - Car Wizard

@gavinhanson9213

4 жыл бұрын

Luke Bakeis I actually laughed out loud at that part.

@sporkybutterz

4 жыл бұрын

Rebadged korean car

@TheOzthewiz

4 жыл бұрын

Does "ugly as hell" apply to the early Chevy Sonics, since they look the same?

@MichaelAStanhope

4 жыл бұрын

Aveos are just junk. The Sonic is a much better car although not the prettiest one.

@jamestyler114

4 жыл бұрын

Including the Chevy spark?

I totally agree. My 2002 Impala LS 3.8 has 206k on it, it still runs really well, and the A/C even works. I just took it on a 2400 mile road trip and it didn't skip a beat.

@ryannnftw

3 жыл бұрын

Just bought a 2004 3.4L from an elderly retired couple recently with only 56k miles. I wanted the LS, but considering the mileage, I figured I would be better off with it. So far so good.

@bufordblu3338

2 жыл бұрын

My Camry has twice that..

@Bobby-cm7vu

2 жыл бұрын

@@bufordblu3338 GM 3.8 can easily do as many miles as any toyota

@jordansheppard6643

2 жыл бұрын

Toyota’s are triple the price also

@v8dude609

2 жыл бұрын

3.8's beat the crap out of the camry any day of the week

In 2004 I sold my friend a 2002 cavalier for $3200 and he's still driving it and refuses to get rid of it. Unfortunately he's going to die before the car does because he's very old

@jamesmay4495

3 жыл бұрын

Uhhhhh

@pianofry1138

3 жыл бұрын

Don't worry their will be some crack is whack version in 2050 still on the road. Cavaliers are just one of those cars that god doesn't let die no matter how bad they get.

@MadMac5

3 жыл бұрын

If one can keep the rust from consuming them anywhere there's salt on the road or in the air, the old J-bodies with the 2.2 L 4-cylinder are pretty much unkillable as long as the fuel pump is kept alive by not running it too far below 1/4 of a tank of fuel. Unfortunately, I saw more than a few that died an early death in the early 2000s as the owners had not a lot of cash and regularly ran the car on fumes since they didn't have the money to fuel up before payday. They were then left with the prospect of an $800 (Canadian pesos) fuel pump PLUS the labour to drop the fuel tank and install it, which often exceeded what the car was worth. :\

@EagleScoutmano

2 жыл бұрын

I think the bigger takeaway from this is that, in 2004, you could get a used, probably fairly low mileage, 3 year old car for $3200... These days you're probably still stuck buying that 2002 car, but now with high mileage, for $3200.

@ValisFan3

2 жыл бұрын

@@EagleScoutmano I'm looking at used Chevy cars near me, and it is pretty consistent, that 2003 - 2010 used cars are around $3000 - $5000.

4:52 That knocks out about half of the current GM fleet So the answer is buy older GM cars, not newer GM cars

@YungAcorn

5 жыл бұрын

Dog I'm so with this. I just dont trust these new car's build quality. Have an 07 trailblazer with 184k on the clock and it still runs smooth as hell. They just dont make em like the used to.

@johnrickard8512

5 жыл бұрын

I have my 2006 Buick Lacrosse CX(dodged the bullet with the 3.6 V6 in the CXS - I instead got the 3.8 V6...you know what that means) and everyone I talk to says that car will probably last forever. I'm inclined to agree.

@IronGoldDiamond

5 жыл бұрын

05 equinox babyyyyy

@boi0213

5 жыл бұрын

The Future Is Here I have a 3.6 2015 Cadillac with 250k and a 3.6 2012 traverse with almost 350k.. I think there’s just more bad apples than good, if you treat it right it’ll last. I haven’t had to replace a single part except headlights

@davidbeaulieu4815

5 жыл бұрын

Unless its a bolt which is quite nice. I love mine.

Wizards heart is made of gold. It shows in his youtube videos. Wizard ftw!!

@Adamz678

5 жыл бұрын

"Try, try, try to understand He's a magic man Yeah, oh" Sang by Heart and said by hoovie.

My favorite chevy, by far and away, was my 05 Impala SS with the Series II 3800 Supercharged V6, plenty of power, plenty of torque, well built interior, leather heated seats, great stereo, OnStar, comfortable ride, good brakes, great handling for a fwd sedan, and in black, actually really great to look at

@seangilbert7365

2 жыл бұрын

Had an 04 SS for my first car. Loved that thing to death. Great car with lots of power as you said. I do miss it from time to time. It kept going no matter how my foolish teenage self treated it

@coreybailey4173

2 жыл бұрын

Great car I have a 05 Impala SS and love it

@jaytaylor629

Жыл бұрын

That generation Impala was fantastic. One of the best cars I ever drove and the car I got my licence in. I still remember Top Gear making fun of it compared to the legendary Impalas of the 50s and 60s, but I think the 2000-05 Impala is a legend in its own right.

@michaelmohrle1773

Жыл бұрын

I had the 2004 Indy 500 edition only 4,088 made. Damm rust underneath on the frame. Looked perfect on the outside. miss it.

@victoria.beilstein996

Жыл бұрын

@@jaytaylor629 Was this gen Impala featured in a Top Gear episode??

I had a Cobalt, 07 with over 140k miles on it, did all small repairs myself, it was a great car. No major issues at all.

@liquidblake

3 жыл бұрын

07 Pontiac G5 owner here, I have 101k miles and have owned it since new. All I've done is basic maintenance, replace drum brake springs, replace fuel pump, replace an exhaust pipe and replace a shift solenoid. All stuff I could do on my own, although the solenoid was a pain.

@aidenwilson6805

2 ай бұрын

I knew that didn't sound right that seemed like a pretty good car

1999-2006 GM Trucks/SUV's (GMT-800 platform) were one of the most solid vehicles GM ever made.

@xreediculousx

5 жыл бұрын

Can confirm. I've got an 04 Yukon with 214k miles. She's been a dream.

@FloorItDuh

5 жыл бұрын

Big facts.

@3Wheels1Block

5 жыл бұрын

very true have one with 420,000 miles and still going.

@BigBing1987

5 жыл бұрын

To bad the bodys rot away at an alarming rate in some climates, but taken care of the drivetrain will do 300k+ miles no sweat. Also if possible find one with a 4L80 transmission or a manual, 4L60 can be trouble, but they can be rebuilt reasonably at least.

@jaden.sanderson

5 жыл бұрын

I agree, mine has 213,000 miles and it's great

Jeremy Clarkson said "Yes, you can buy an Italian supercar for under £10,000. But for the love of god DON'T!"

@rturner4205

5 жыл бұрын

Especally if the seller claims the engine was rebuilt ;)

Odd, I had an fbo base G5 (Cobalt) that I beat on savagely everyday for 5 years and besides the recall stuff (ignition & power steering) it was a peach. Never let me down. Rear springs did bust on me but replaced those with SS stuff so wasn't a big deal for me

Totally gonna knock ya on the Camaro bud. I’ve had 3 4th gens, 2 with the 5.7 ls1 and one with the 3.8v6. Great freakin cars all around and never had any issues with them. Plus they are cheaper than the vett of those years, all depending on the mileage of them.

@LORALEE-reelfootlake-TN

Жыл бұрын

I also have a 2002 Camaro bought new and it stills runs like a champ

@ryschy1059

Жыл бұрын

@@LORALEE-reelfootlake-TN where have you been all my life lol

@tristanlong7

Жыл бұрын

I think has more to do with the people who own them. A corvette owner is more known to be older and not thrash on them. A camaro owner is more known to be a person that thrashes on them and mod the hell out of them, especially the Z/28 or SS owners. More people would rather have the corvette over the camaro and it would probably be better taken care of.

@honkhonkler7732

9 ай бұрын

It wasn't about reliability but very poor engine access.

2006 Chevy Tahoe running strong around 230,000 miles on it runs like an absolute beast

@colemang6951

4 жыл бұрын

We just put a brand new engine in my mom's 2007 Suburban at a hundred thousand miles. Just hit a hundred and fifty thousand last week. Engine has been the only mechanical issue since it was bought new in 2007.

@anabolicdopeboy7413

4 жыл бұрын

Does it have the Vortec engine?

@Nothingtoya

4 жыл бұрын

Although it's not the same engine, I have a Chevy Silverado with the 8.1 big block with an allison 5 speed, it's about to roll over to 300,000 miles. Changed a fuel pump, alternator, and the radiator, that's it. All the power options still work, including the seats and the ac will freeze you out. Gets shit for gas mileage though

@angelo1475

4 жыл бұрын

anabolic dopeboy yes

@angelo1475

4 жыл бұрын

Josh B lmao that’s dope

I’m a service advisor at a Buick/GMC dealership and believe me when I say every week an enclave comes in and it needs a new trans, Acadia comes in with check engine light on and it needs timing chains,actuators. The Terrains have oil consumption issues and the intake cam actuator failures and rarely do they ever have over 100k miles on them. Mostly under 80k miles they come in with these problems. And I drive to work everyday with my 2003 Toyota Camry with over 230,000 miles on it without a problem lol

@realbeetlejuice

5 жыл бұрын

what about Verano's? specifically the 2.0T verano, any issues you seen?

@TheOzthewiz

4 жыл бұрын

The Chevy Equinox was involved in a class action lawsuit because of excessive oil consumption.

@MonsterFuryGames

4 жыл бұрын

Is there any good gm product (affordable) right now? I really like their cars but their reliability piss me off

@kevs2good133

4 жыл бұрын

Dr.Yadiel Mendez Jr. 230k barely broken in

@yiyangcheng

4 жыл бұрын

Luckily I have a 2012 terrain with the 3.0V6 and knock on wood

You're wrong about the '98-02 F-body. I've owned 8 of them. They are very reliable and can make for a good daily if necessary. The only issue really is changing the #8 spark plugs and but you easily access it from underneath the car. It's not a bad car at all and it's actually a great performance bang for the buck.

@charleycollins1

4 жыл бұрын

Cali I couldn’t agree more with what you’ve said.

I had a 07 HHR. With the ecotec 2.4L traded it in @ 130k, never did anything but oil changes, trans. service,front brake pads/ new rotors.that's it.I thought it served me well.

You need to sell GM Traverse Transmissions and Engines on your website !!!🤗

@JDMHaze

5 жыл бұрын

Tony K WITHOUT WARRANTY

I don't care about tractors, but I love Crazy D's crazy ways to make a buck!

This is the most helpful video I've watched all year, probably ever, because you just help me decide on a car for my family, and saved me from making a big mistake. Thank you Mr. Wizard!!!

The camaro is not a sports car wannabe. From its inception it was meant to be a pony car - muscle car.

@ironmonkey1512

4 жыл бұрын

Good god man, did you want him to say 'sporty'? Yeesh!!!

@MrJMS814

4 жыл бұрын

Pony car, not muscle car.

@MrCarbonProductions

4 жыл бұрын

I am a IROCZ owner , 4th gen camaro truly is a wannabe muscle car. Nobody likes a catfish

@antonio_ws6

4 жыл бұрын

@@MrCarbonProductions and people love the trailer park mullet machine more?

@kingshabazz1310

4 жыл бұрын

Corvette is a true “sports car”

Happy Birthday Wizard..!! Great Vid..!!

Agreed with the Traverse. I had one that got Lemoned. GM had to buy it back because they could not fix the electrical issues. Oh, and Happy Birthday Wizard!

@memphistiger4647

5 жыл бұрын

My wife has a friend who bought a new Acadia last year. It's been in the shop a total of 6 weeks since last August with more repairs coming.

@nickcaesar7650

5 жыл бұрын

MemphisTiger I don’t understand why people spend their hard earned money on garbage cars... ignorance?

@memphistiger4647

5 жыл бұрын

@@nickcaesar7650 I'd say GM has a stronghold on the large family vehicle sector regarding SUVs. I will say that I've owned a 2008 escalade for over 5 years. It's been trouble free and it also DOES NOT have displacement on demand or hybrid battery nonsense so I don't have to worry about cam bearing /lifter trouble as bad or replacing large batteries. The newer 6.2 GM motors have had that trouble a lot as car wizard has mentioned.

I bought a traverse for a family car, everyone has told me about the issues ever since I’ve bought it. I’ve shown it some extra TLC and learning more about basic vehicle maintenance (thank you by the way!) and so far at 60k miles, I’ve only had a gas purge valve go out, but that was a pretty easy fix. Overall been a reliable ride. Got to go now I see smoke from the garage. 😂

@ChrisB10

10 ай бұрын

I mean no car should have problems at 60k. I would be disappointed if my tundra had problems at 160k nvm 60....

@davewilson7602

7 ай бұрын

It also depends what year. The 2018+ model actually isn’t bad First gen (especially first couple years) are awful most of the time

@salvadordeleon9393

6 ай бұрын

Just take care of it and maintain it and it will be reliable

We bought both of our daughters 2002 basest of the base Cavaliers VXs with manual transmissions and hand-cranked windows. Early on one of them had some issues with the rear brakes due to some poor maintenance in its previous life. Once that was sorted, they were dead reliable and served them through college and university and well into their first jobs. Absolutely recommended.

i see tahoes everywhere i turn, now it makes sense.

@condeerogers5858

4 жыл бұрын

Jamie....You're right. They are everywhere. My 98 Tahoe has 346,000 miles on it and it doesn't smoke or burn oil. Runs like a sewing machine. The last of the floor shift transfer case. This thing is bullet proof. I can't believe it.

@CalvinJGreen

3 жыл бұрын

@@condeerogers5858 ooh Nice! floor shift manual transfer cases are rare! The Electric ones are garbage! Not a danm one that works properly; I have the manual transfer case on my 01 Silverado.

@condeerogers5858

3 жыл бұрын

@@CalvinJGreen ...I thought the floor shift transfer cases after 1999 were gone forever.

@CalvinJGreen

3 жыл бұрын

@@condeerogers5858 not sure Probably not completely gone til o6

@condeerogers5858

3 жыл бұрын

@@CalvinJGreen ....I have a Trailblazer, 04, and it's on the dash. So far so good. I wish it was on the floor.

the car wizard forgot to mention the 1998-2002 chevrolet prizm, which is literally a toyota corolla with chevy logos instead of toyota’s

@clutchthepearls3062

4 жыл бұрын

Those are great if you can find one that isn't beat to hell and back. A decent one will be quite a bit less than the Corolla because most people are none the wiser.

@s8bre101

4 жыл бұрын

Linden Swann that’s probably a solid car then lol

@atodaso1668

4 жыл бұрын

so was the potiac vibe, toyota engine joint venture

@takingLsss

4 жыл бұрын

Colin Wilson toyota matrix engine and transmission, literally in the pontiac vibe, just a different body. think that toyota sourced their engine on the matrix from yamaha and it was a high revving beast!

@frazzleface753

4 жыл бұрын

yeahh, but those aren't real Chevys. That's why they're so good!

If you want a little more power with a bulletproof 3.8, the Monte Carlo from 00-05' are awesome. They also have a supercharged version that was sold in 04 & 05

@aidenwilson6805

2 ай бұрын

Had a 04 ss non s/c replaced only the thermostat, ran perfect

It’s funny how your older videos are just now popping up on my feed. No complaints whatsoever, I love them all, keep’em coming!

Corvettes are sport cars, Camaros are muscle cars. Two entirely different categories. And, the last two cylinders suck to work on, but the Catfish does make a great drag car.

@lsswappedcessna

5 жыл бұрын

That's a great name for the 2000-04 Camaro. Catfish!

@lsswappedcessna

5 жыл бұрын

@frank white Yeah.

@smokejumper5379

5 жыл бұрын

Tbh camaros from 1995 and onward are more pony cars

@alexbenjaminlubbers

5 жыл бұрын

@@smokejumper5379 I love the 1993 Camaro, it's my birth year and I had one, albeit with a blown engine and couldn't drive it because of my Cerebral Palsy, but she was built 5 months exactly before I was born.

@blackericdenice

4 жыл бұрын

rustler08 The Insurance companies call Camaro sports cars

I had a 2001 Cavalier that was reliable but it continuously shed parts. It just kept falling apart. I bought my Cobalt new and nine years later it has been really good. In nine years I have spent less than $ 1000 in repairs.

@MultiMilTown

Жыл бұрын

Had a 99. In my opinion, the engine and trans were great. As far as everything else..... the dash completely fell apart. Radio fell out. Speakers all blew, truck release wouldn't work at times, blinkers AND hazards just stopped working, door latches would get stuck and you couldn't close the door, paint was terrible... so much more. But it had over 350k miles before giving it away. Still ran somehow

@ItsMe-ic7on

Жыл бұрын

I believe I had an 89 cavalier it was a good car five speed but it was a great car I love that thing and I had a hydraulic clutch no cable system that was nice. Lost my job missed my payments got it repoed broke my heart

@davey3710

Жыл бұрын

I have a 95

I'm in the market for a used car and this series is so helpful. Thank you so much man, I am a subscriber

I have a 2002 impala 3.8 great car. I put a engine and transmission a whole cradle swap. It only had 115,000 on it and my original motor had 197,000 replaced all the sensors and transmission solenoids, feels like a new car. Great job GM.

My first car was an 02 cavalier and it's what I cut my teeth on when I gained interest in automotive repair. Cheaply made but man was it reliable.

@cjmarsh504

5 жыл бұрын

Yep, very

@jasonbirdwell6342

5 жыл бұрын

02 was the LAST good year for Cavalier. 2003 to 2005 was a TERRIBLE car because of the 2.2 Ecotec engine. Those are VERY unreliable engines.

@MiamiZombie2012

5 жыл бұрын

@@jasonbirdwell6342 Yea totally dude, worked on enough of those crap engines. Definitely don't miss them.

@murphymaximus2273

5 жыл бұрын

Thats funny, i have a 2005 caviler with 300k miles and never had a problem

@MiamiZombie2012

5 жыл бұрын

@@murphymaximus2273 That's awesome dude, I'd love to see it. Do you happen to have a video on it, if not can you make one? Get that baby to 500k on the original drivetrain and that'll be truly impressive.

Chevy Aveo is actually rebranded Daewoo i believe

@rebelguy9487

5 жыл бұрын

You'd be correct on the Aveo/Daewoo connection

@Sonicfan1661

4 жыл бұрын

With how far reaching GM is I'm not surprised.

@benjyfriedman

4 жыл бұрын

Aveo Hatchback = Lanos Hatchback / Aveo Sedan = Nubira Sedan.

@buick95gs21

4 жыл бұрын

Your right I own a Aveo a piece of shit car well the engine is no good

@theLV2

4 жыл бұрын

Yeah, the Aveo line was originally Chevy Kalos which was a rebranded Daewoo.

Iv'e been a GM tech from 00 to 2013 and i absolutely agree with EVERYTHING you have said haha EXCEPT for the cavalier and cobalt part. from 03-05 the cavalier was the same 2.2 ecotec motor in the cobalt all the way to 2010. yes they are cheap AF cars but im my experience they are very reliable cars. its cool to see another techs experience though. love your vids man keep it up!!

@waterloo123100

4 жыл бұрын

The engine isnt exactly the problem its the rest of they car. cobalts are ridiculously cheaper compared to a cavalier

@atx-cvpi_99

3 жыл бұрын

The Cobalts was poorly engineered and that’s the problem with them. They have power steering motors failing, electrical problems, and fuel system problems that causes fires, and stalling engines. My dad used to have a 2003 Saturn Ion and it was a absolutely pile of junk.

@Superevilfrog

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah. I bought my 2005 Cobalt SS Brand new and drove it until last year. Nearly 16 years of ownership, 190,000+ and the car was still going strong. Only major issues I had with it was a clutch master cylinder failure and a corroded fuel line. (clamp holding it in place broke, and it vibrated enough to put a hole in it.) Also had a smaller pulley and some supporting mods. I would get it to up to redline almost every time I drove it just to hear the supercharge whine. Sold it to my nephew, who killed the transmission and had to replace the axles. Transmission was likely his fault since it was his first manual. But it's back on the road now with another 10,000 miles on it. Also had a 98z24 Cavie. That was a nice car too.

@Superevilfrog

2 жыл бұрын

Oh yeah. I did have the electric power steering motor go out. It was like $60 bucks for a replacement. Interior wasn't great. Replaced the shifter because the top came apart and replaced the seat covers once. Again, not expensive on either of those. Went with a short shifter.

Thank you Wizard for your input and knowledge of cars and there past. God bless you brother...

I love my C5, but they can be a bit of a handful. The motors are rock solid, but they have a lot of issues with the HVAC, electrical, window regulators, and dash rattles.

@tjwatson0403

5 жыл бұрын

That's what all GM from that era is. I had a GMC Sonoma that was the same way

@brandon18054

5 жыл бұрын

Some year C5's were better than others, especially the 01-04 cars since they had most of the common problems worked out by then. I have a 1998 and although it is an early year production car I've had almost no issues with it.

@jasepoag8930

5 жыл бұрын

@@brandon18054yeah, mine is an 01. At least all the problems on it are still fixable unlike the EBCM and steering sensor from earlier years.

@discerningmind

5 жыл бұрын

I've noticed from '68 on Corvette interiors don't seem to hold up. I had a '95/C4 that the interior had many broken fasteners and fastener mounts. Even the console finish peeled with cleaning. A Corvette lover told me to buy dielectric grease and apply it everywhere there was a squeak or other rubbing sound. I couldn't believe how overall broken the interior became as I'd never seen any car do this to the extent it ended up being.

@Attachments.

5 жыл бұрын

Jase Poag i got an 02 avalanche which has a bad steering sensor yet it doesnt even do anything but sometimes makes it a lil tougher to steer. Might turn the wheel by itself if not held onto strangely but still fine. Also all those problems are just old gm vehicle signs. If the windows dont rattle while rolled down it aint old enough lol

You’re spot on with the 3.6. I had an ‘05 CTS with it - the car was gorgeous. It was a dream to drive, got good mileage, but at 60,000 miles it went through a quart of oil probably every 300 miles. It was heartbreaking because I enjoyed the car so much but I sold it before it could die on me.

Keep doing these type videos. So much fun and very informative.

"And for the love of god just don't buy a Chevy Aveo.. They're just ugly as hell." Love you Car Wizard.. Also, glad I watched these after he listed every car i've ever owned, not to buy..

I felt old when i turned 40. Now that i'm 41, i don't any more.

@digitalrailroader

5 жыл бұрын

Jesper Monsted I feel old and I’m 30!

@dragasoni

5 жыл бұрын

Same here, turning 40 was rough...

@centralcoastcamper9631

5 жыл бұрын

I thought I was old when I turned 40, but that all changed when I passed fifty!

@jamesavery6671

5 жыл бұрын

Hell I was 1 years old 3 years ago. Good times are gone. Used to be breast fed and pampered now im just another toddler

I knew back around 2008 when GM ended production of the 3800 it was going to be impossible for them to replace it with anything NEAR as perfect a combination of reliability, efficiency, and performance. The 3.6 is a tin can full of loose bolts in comparison. I’m sure the Wizard knows this but the blueprints and block for the 3800 go back to about 1964. When GM was replacing the “Blue Flame” straight six that was used in everything from pickup trucks to the 1953-55 Corvette. By the 1980s the 231 cu.in. V6 was the standard base engine in almost every car GM made. I had a 1985 Buick Regal with one. While it was bogged down with smog pumps and a single barrel Rochester carb it was still super reliable. The Regal was a rusted out mess when we got rid of it in 1997 but at 140,000 the engine was still strong. Once GM switched to fuel injection in the late 80s, met emissions without a smog pump, then made it available with the Eaton supercharger in the 90s, that engine really woke up and became one of the best overall engines on the planet by ANY manufacturer. Over the years it’s power output went from around 120 hp in the 1960s-80s to pumping out 260 hp at the end with the supercharger and never losing its rock solid reliability, while returning over 30 mpg on the highway! I totally agree with and will attest to the Wizard - if you get the opportunity to buy a car with the 3800 do not hesitate!

Truly an impressive knowledge! Keep up the good work! Greetings from Italy.

Your spot on "Car Wizard" with respect to dumping more than 5k shortly after purchasing a 2011 traverse. P0017 still persists after dumping this kind of money during the replacement of timing chains, phasers, oil control solenoids, and sensors. Two 40 year+ mechanics tore this engine apart twice trying to resolve the issue. The code changed from p0018 to p0017 after the second teardown. Car runs fine, but engine trouble is permanently illuminated. Your Channel is the Best ! Thank you for your mini college courses you share with the world 😊

Favorite Chevy car came from Australia The Holden Monaro or Pontiac GTO total dream machine.

@brandonw465

4 жыл бұрын

I wanna know his opinion on the g8s since im looking at one.

@Michaelats

4 жыл бұрын

Brandon slays i have 09 g8 3.6, highly recommend going for 6.0 v8 . Depends on your budget. 3.6 timing chain issues, motor mounts, tmps sensors on (v6 and v8), cheap plastic break easy and sucks gas both v6 and 8 but definitely get one before they disappear

@lesexytimederp

4 жыл бұрын

The SS is awesome too. I have a Commodore SSV, which was imported into the US as the Chevy SS if you want something a bit newer.

@kelvindavid722

4 жыл бұрын

I see pontiac g series for sale everywhere i go, everyone is trying to get rid of them. They tried bringing back GTO, but failed. Even tho it runs but breaks down too often.

@clutchthepearls3062

4 жыл бұрын

@@brandonw465 100% get the V8. Like he said the V6 is suspect and the transmission on them isn't really up to snuff handling the output of the V6. The V8 is solid all around.

My wife bought a 2012 Equinox back in 2015 and it's been awesome. Had to replace a 50 dollar sensor and just replaced the factory battery.

Happy Birthday Car Wizard! From a dedicated fan, Keep on keeping on.

Thanks CW for sharing your knowledge.

Would love a VW-Audi episode were the wizard just yells "NONE OF THEM!". Wish you a happy birthday!

@MrMduchesne23

5 жыл бұрын

As an owner of a 2015 vw mk7 gti....my fingers have been crossed since I bought it.it now has 80k km. It really is the best driving car I ever had. I really hope it doesnt magically turn to shit

@markvanderwel7182

5 жыл бұрын

Why? Last week someone showed me his VW Lupo diesel with 754.000 km on the clock. That's about 490.000 miles. He is still driving 1.000 km per week with this VW Lupo. With that milage every American should drive it.

@reistje

5 жыл бұрын

They had a lot of issues last 15 years, I would even agree there's a lot of them you should dodge. Not all of them are shit though, like the Golf 7 GTI mentioned is fine. Anyways in the USA you miss the diesels which is the interesting stuff.

@jfrodr

5 жыл бұрын

@@reistje yeah, i would say nearly every VW over 2012 is no more problematic than a Toyota or a Honda, but the wizard does suggestions over the 2000-2010 period and a that time most vw-audi cars had a lot of issues, mainly electronics, but also some engine design flaws in the late 2000s

@MrConor159

5 жыл бұрын

The e golf is quite reliable

*I just love how the carwizard gives good advice.* *There is always going to be these people who like to find out the hard way.*

I have a 2017 Traverse. I've only had minor AC issues with. But, when I bought it I knew to take extra care of the engine and Transmission. It probably helps that I do my own work so it hasn't cost me much as all. Good video

@zackc.8015

Жыл бұрын

I always liked those..👍

Thanks for these videos! I was actually considering some of those you said to NOT buy. Appreciate it immensely. 😁👏

Happy Birthday Wiz! Just did 45 myself - congrats!

This gentleman here is sheer automotive genius in the flesh. I would genuinely consider shippin my vehicle out to omega in kansas to have the wizard work on it

Boy, Wizard I really thank you for sharing this. I respect it and will spread the Word. Your channel is one of my very favorites, and I take your Word as gospel.

Awesome video that I'm sure saved people tons of money. Used to own the 3.8L Impala, loved the car, only blew up because I used pure water in the coolant during the winter time. Live and learn lol

A little more on the Camaro vs Corvette: Find me a C5 with less than 110k miles for under 6k. LS Camaros are able to be had for under 10k all day in great shape.

@TheLadeef

5 жыл бұрын

why would I wan't a wannabe sports car sled? good for street racing that's about it.

@sammolloy8129

5 жыл бұрын

Don’t discount the 3.8 Camaros. More power than a 1985 IROC, light on its feet with the Buick engine far behind the front axle. Don’t put mufflers on it though. It is what it is.

@clutchthepearls3062

4 жыл бұрын

@@TheLadeef They're good for curves too. Don't believe everything you read about "IRS always good, SRA always bad".

I'm currently working out of a 2008 Express 3500 with a 6.0 Vortec and she's currently at 408k miles. 👍

@av8rbri473

5 жыл бұрын

LordCoolnessocity excellent to hear, and i believe it

I like this series of videos!! I can't wait for Acura and Lexus recommendations based on your experience!

I had an 01 cavalier with the 2.2 ohv engine. That was hands down the best car I’ve had right up until John Force’s granny left the stop sign and hit it in the A pillar. I had 180k on it and had only ever changed the oil and replaced the radiator.

Wow! Thank you *Car Wizard* for this amazing information! Good luck!

Happy Birthday Wizard!! You don't look a day over 39 :-)

You just confirmed what I thought about the traverse. Thanks CW!

I think the cobalts were pretty good, other than the bland interior. Decent mpg, pretty reliable, easy to fix, fun to mod, and dirt cheap parts. Had a 100,000 mile red '06, and loved it to death. Rust did it in at the end tho, fuel lines and frame :/

@spookytreats2195

6 ай бұрын

True I had the hhr that I love and made it 330k miles!!

Not all Toyota’s. Tundra cam tower leak. $5k dealer job... ‘13 23k miles. Oil gushing and burning

@Slane583

5 жыл бұрын

The older Tundra's with the less complex engines are better. My friend has an 05 Tundra 2wd long bed with a manual tranny and the 4.0 v6. Aside from needing a pillow-block bearing for the drive shaft and some work on the shift linkage nothing major has been needed. But he did manage to get the local Toyota dealer to give him a new frame at no cost because of a past recall on his year of truck. So now it just has more years of structural stability even if the truck itself is a bit rough and well loved. :)

Thanks you so much for these videos, Wiz. You are doing a public service, And Happy Birthday, Wiz from a fellow Gemini.

Another video with wisdom, knowledge, and good advice.

Big thumbs up for your honesty! 👍👍👍

I had a Traverse, put 200k miles on it and it only needed a water pump, liked it very much. Guess I was lucky.

@mattkessler2

5 жыл бұрын

Mark P I still have an 11 traverse. Only a few small ish repairs. Like it with 110k miles

@AdamSmith-gs2dv

4 жыл бұрын

Either that or you know to change your oil as much as possible

@waltbullet1287

3 жыл бұрын

Got a 2002 Sonoma with 2.2 GOT 250 K BUT I BOUGHT IT NEW AND MAINTAINED IT RELIGIOUSLY! Full maintenance log since day 1 slow but it still goes

The TrailBlazers are great vehicles too. I have a friend who has one with over 200k miles and it is running with no issues.

@aidancurren7899

4 жыл бұрын

I was worried since he didn't mention it because I'm actually looking at a 2004

@charlesstull4582

4 жыл бұрын

I got a 2006 envoy with 170000 & all I've done to it in 10 years is a water pump, thermostat & alt. The 4.2 inline 6 are good engines

My 98’ Camaro with the 3.8 has got 300k on it and is still going strong 💪

Those impalas. Ive had 2 an 03 and 04 but the 3.4. They both had the security lock out issue where it wouldnt start for 10 minutes. Finally fixed by soldering in a resister and it never failed again. Also the 3.4 had the intake manifold coolant leak pre-04. Fixed that and it was a pleasure to drive.

My favorite chevy car was a 1975 OLDSMOBILE CUTLASS SUPREME WITH A 350 ROCKET ENGINE. I put 350000 yes 350,000 miles on the engine and it burned NO oil!

@jbatic8094

5 жыл бұрын

that was 100% Oldsmobile, the rocket 350 and the Chevy 350 are completely different

@lonwillis783

5 жыл бұрын

@@jbatic8094 yes I know distributer was in the back of mine

@SoI_Badguy

4 жыл бұрын

@@lonwillis783 distributor is in the back of a SBC too

@TheOzthewiz

4 жыл бұрын

@@jbatic8094 That was during a time when both Olds and Chevy were built on the same lines. Oldsmobile buyers got cars with CHEVY engines. Owners sued, of course. Don't remember if they won.

@tim4269

Жыл бұрын

@@TheOzthewiz After that fiasco they stated something like "cars are equipped with GM manufactured engine", not a Chevy or Buick, etc)

His thinking chair looks like the seat out of Hoovies Hummer..🤔

@WitchTrials92

5 жыл бұрын

It is

I support car wizard and sharing knowledge to the consumer. Thanks for all your advice.

I'm glad you mentioned the GMC siblings to the Traverse. I have seen some attractively-priced Buick Enclaves and GMC Acadias and wondered if they had some of those same issues.

@honkhonkler7732

9 ай бұрын

Any GM car with the 3.6 has these issues

I have seen the exact same things. This information is priceless. This man knows his stuff.

@TheOzthewiz

4 жыл бұрын

Scotty Kilmer agrees.

Great Advice! Absolutely nobody better to ask what car to buy than a multi brand, independent mechanic like you. P.S. Happy Birthday, You're killing it at 40. Be proud!

@rueben44

Жыл бұрын

Sorry wrong!

Thank you so much for your invaluable information, highly appreciate it, keep it up the outstanding job, have a great day.

4th Gen v8 Camaros are great! I like Mustangs too but the 4.6l is not on the same level as the Ls1. You get the same powertrain as the Vette for much cheaper with a back seat and hatch. I pay $29 a month for insurance lol. Love my 00' SS 6spd. Ready for the catfish jokes....

I have a friend with a 2014 Equinox with 150k miles. She love her car.

Great video and absolutely love the channel. BTW, happy birthday wizard.

Love how real this channel is 🔥

Wow, I have a 2000 Chevy Cavalier! You are correct! They are simple and economic. Thanks!!!

I had a 2002 cavalier base model. Great little car. Always ran, took a lot of abuse. I dogged it and it kept on moving. I miss it.

A friend of mine bought a new Acadia several years ago, but got rid of it in about a year because of electrical issues

thanks for your recommends and happy birthday Young Man

Man I found your channel after I had bought my 2013 impala ltz and I was freaking out bc ik it was only a matter of time before it messed up but I think I actually got lucky and the previous owners actually took care of it and I’ve had it with no issues for 5 years now

@davidahart2476

4 ай бұрын

How often are you changing the oil? I inherited my mom's 2013 Impala and also a 2002 trailblazer that was my parents, I change to oil it both at 5,000, I also add Lucas oil treatment to each oil change.

We bought '87 Cavalier that we named Beater for $400, Had to replace the starter & a brake line but it just keeps chugging along, also have a '02 Bonneville for $700. While the 3800 motor & transmission are solid, sadly it's developing electrical issues & the master cylinder just failed. Ah hell I still enjoy these old cars though.

@willharris9139

5 жыл бұрын

ive owned a 82 84 2000 cavaliers even a 91 sunbird they last forever and cheap parts too

96 Chevy Impala SS is nice

@heathroi

5 жыл бұрын

look out for the trans going about 100k

@markurban4766

5 жыл бұрын

@@heathroi I've got 160k on mine... Fluid and filter changes every 5 years.

@whosbetterthanme

4 жыл бұрын

Errr.. They still have the shiat optispark distributor.

@markurban4766

4 жыл бұрын

@@whosbetterthanmehe original optispark was replaced once at about 100K, just as a preventative measure. I kept the original one to rebuild just in case the second one ever dies. The important thing is to make sure the vacuum lines are connected, to remove any moisture.

Happy birthday car wizard God bless you and your wife and all that you do for us we appreciate you

A very honest man, God bless..

happy bday sir, couldyou do one of these for FORD ?? (same year / era)

@tuffram2165

4 жыл бұрын

Yeah don't buy any Ford after 1996.

@TakeDeadAim

4 жыл бұрын

Worlds shortest vid; "Don't buy a Ford" The End!

@atx-cvpi_99

3 жыл бұрын

Don’t buy any Ford car after 2011 and don’t buy a Fusion after 2009 because of power steering rack failures. Ford trucks are good trucks except for the 5.4 3 valve, 6.0, and 6.4 diesels. Don’t buy the 2002-20 Ford Explorers either. Also don’t buy any Ford full size Transit van that has anything other than a short wheel base.

@Thewickedjon

3 жыл бұрын

@@atx-cvpi_99 so what is the difference between ford ranger vs ford explorer?? Dont they share the exact same engine?

happy bday wizard! love your videos

Very good videos man. I literally lol'd at the Aveo part. Was looking at an Equinox and was weary about it. DEFINITELY wont do that now. I know Tahoes are GREAT! My dad has an 03 Yukon Denali still running strong with little to no issues.

What a relief, I own a 2002 chevy tahoe. 171k and it runs great. Take care!