1986 Oldsmobile Calais Supreme review from North America
"Economical power and comfort"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The fuel gauge started to become unreliable around 110,000 km, often reading incorrectly by as much as a half tank.
The driver seat-belt has steadily been losing tension, causing much difficulty in adjusting it for different drivers.
The cruise control and air conditioning have not worked since I purchased the car.
General comments?
It is amazing how much speed that be pulled out of this V6 engine. I have clocked it at 240 km/h, before the speedometer needle became stuck on the unleaded only fuel sign.
The front legroom and trunkroom of this vehicle are comparable to a Cadillac.
The stereo is the best stock radio I have ever heard, but in cold temperatures will randomly switch from AM to FM, or from one side of a cassette to the other.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.8L V6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 10/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 80000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 130000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Chevrolet El Camino |
| Date of Entry | 24th September, 2001 |