New to forum!

[katelynden]

Hi, everyone! I just joined this forum to see if anyone else has had any issues or advice on their Aveo. I have a silver base 2008 model. Nothing very special about it except it is my first car. So, far I have not had any serious issues with it. I just replaced the battery at my dealer for $200 (big mistake there...). I've read a few posts about how others are having an issue with the wind sound while driving. I'll have to try a few suggestions for fixing it.

I also just put my Aveo in the shop today, not my local dealer. I'm having a couple sensors replaced and my AC recharged. Going to cost me $530. Not too happy about that but I have to put some money in it to keep it running efficiently.

[Daox]

Not much to say really. Make sure you follow the recommended service intervals for the timing belt is really all. I haven't had any issues with mine at all once I got it running. Neglect I think is the Aveo's worst enemy. For example, if you start hearing a noise that wasn't there before, post here and try to describe it or try to get a car knowledgable friend to listen to it.

[thehunterooo]

$200 for a battery and $530 for those things listed are super expensive, do not go to those places anymore!

[petrified.rabbit]

The $530 spent is dependent of what they are telling you needs replaced. It sounds like a lot to me as well but it depends on what they determined you need, or if they are throwing parts at it for some reason.