MacintoshGuy 14 Posted November 25, 2018 Share Posted November 25, 2018 So it's official, I'm over 100,000 miles and no major mechanical issue. Just normal wear and tear stuff. tfraser3 and aguim 2 Link to post Share on other sites
Bobby MSME 100 Posted November 26, 2018 Share Posted November 26, 2018 (edited) You must have very good, driving habits for the Spark to last that long without any mechanical problems. Congrats! Not even the flimsy coolant overflow container made of plastic sprung any leaks? Heat shield on converter did not come loose and made a racket? The original battery still working? No oil leaks under the car? That CVT still working without slipping and making awful sounds? Check engine light never came on? Car never stalls in traffic? Original Brakes don't make grinding or squealing sounds? How long did the cheap original tires last? Alright, lets wait until you visit the dealership for some routine maintenance. They will find a way to screw something up! Edited November 26, 2018 by Bobby MSME ChevyBeat 1 Link to post Share on other sites
MacintoshGuy 14 Posted November 29, 2018 Author Share Posted November 29, 2018 The first thing is I don't go to the dealer unless I have to. I have a mechanic I have gone to for about 15 years now, he keeps an eye on everything and lets me know what's going on. The only thing not right with the car is the drivers side lower seat cushion is flat, I had to put a cushion on the seat to make it feel better again. Factory brakes front and rear are still good, Jay (my mechanic) said I will probably need to replace the fronts in 15-20k mi more......The stock tires were even good to me, I got 64,000 miles out of them. aguim and tfraser3 2 Link to post Share on other sites
tfraser3 10 Posted January 3, 2019 Share Posted January 3, 2019 Im so glad your spark is doing well at 100k. Im so glad I traded in my 13 spark for A new 2017. 1Lt manual. 27000 down and not the first problem . Factory tires still look new . it still feels like getting in a new car every day. aguim 1 Link to post Share on other sites
Bobby MSME 100 Posted January 4, 2019 Share Posted January 4, 2019 (edited) On 11/29/2018 at 10:13 AM, MacintoshGuy said: The first thing is I don't go to the dealer unless I have to. I have a mechanic I have gone to for about 15 years now, he keeps an eye on everything and lets me know what's going on. You are smart to avoid dealer mechanics after warranty expires! A good mechanic friend can't be beat!! 2 years ago a dealer mechanic screwed up my 2007 Pontiac G5 while doing a simple coolant change. He left an air bubble in the system, causing overheating which burned up exhaust valves. On my 2011 Chevy HHR I went to local Firestone shop to have my 7 year old coolant changed, and they did not screw up my car. Edited January 4, 2019 by Bobby MSME Link to post Share on other sites
51 Champ 0 Posted March 17, 2019 Share Posted March 17, 2019 And on Massachusetts and New England roads no less. Very good. I am looking forward to the same outcome, but it will take me 10 years to do it. Link to post Share on other sites
SuzieSpark 3 Posted August 15, 2019 Share Posted August 15, 2019 This is fantastic!! Me too!! I just reached 100k on my 2017, 11 days ago with no mechanical issues as well. I’ve had it for 27 months. Anybody think it’s possible to get this little guy to 250k or beyond? LittleBlue! and aguim 2 Link to post Share on other sites
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