1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme review from North America
"Takes a beating, parts are cheap"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Steering linkage.
Ignition module.
Speedometer.
Engine mount.
Most of the usual stuff: exhaust, brakes,
starter, plus body panels.
General comments?
This car held up to heavy abuse without breaking down.
Roomy, comfortable interior, but no frills (reclining seats, intermittent wipers).
It handles well for its size.
It has (used to) a lot of power for a V6.
It cruises on the open road.
Later model years improved most of the undesirable aspects of Cutlasses.
For the most part, it's easy to work on except for the MANY vacuum hoses.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 1997 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.8 V6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 5/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 6/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 59000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 132000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 27th March, 2001 |