1988 Oldsmobile 98 Touring Sedan review from North America
"Great running, very comfortable, and you get your money's worth over and over again"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Rear window goes down, but not up at 150,000.
Water pump went at 110,000 and 215,000 miles.
Starter went at 120,000 miles.
Air conditioning compressor went at 150,000 miles.
Motor mounts went at 200,000.
Radiator went at 205,000 miles.
Struts went at 170,000 miles.
General comments?
Car has been very reliable.
Still runs smooth and gets great mileage.
The motor will outlast the car first.
The interior is still in excellent condition.
Paint is beginnnig to fade.
Planning to buy another one as a spare car when and if this car goes.
After 15 years and 217,000 miles the moon roof is just beginning to leak.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1992 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.8 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 10/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 10/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 88000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 217000 miles |
| Previous car | Oldsmobile 98 |
| Date of Entry | 16th November, 2002 |