1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue review from North America
"Durable solid vehicle"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Replaced gas tank at 167000 (rust out - NE road salt)
Driver's door and trunk lock cylinders seized up - but remote locks still work.
Slight oil leak gives odor once in a while when it hits exhaust manifold (sounds like this may be common)
Starting to get occasional shutter when shifting.
Replaced A/C compressor with a used one at 170000 (may have been mechanic induced) - coincided with serpentine replacement. Wasn't making noise before belt changed at garage.
General comments?
Bought car cheap with high miles, but still extremely solid (no rattles)
It has been very reliable - not afraid to drive long distance. Just got back from 750 mile round-trip to Canada.
I have had other cars with the 3.8 motor and highly recommend them. Leaning toward replacing with lower mileage Bonneville (has 3.8) when this car goes.
Recommended Reviews:
  | Acceptable, reliable daily transportation |
| A fun car to drive, but with a few problems |
All 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue reviews
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model Year | 1998 |
| First year of ownership | 2006 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2007 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.8 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 166000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 179000 miles |
| Previous car | Buick Regal |
| Date of Entry | 25th July, 2007 |