1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass SL review from North America
"Great Performance If You Can Get it Worked On"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Alternator went at 67K.
Power window at 70K.
Timing Belt at 75K.
Skipped timing again at 80K.
Brakes need replaced yearly.
General comments?
This car has been great overall the 16" wheels make it handle well and the SL package has everything, but the moonroof. The heads up display is great for keeping your eyes on the road. This car is nice and comfortable and with the DOHC motor it doesn't lack power at all, but no one wants to work on it. I can't afford to take it to the dealerships, their bills are huge, but the average mechanic opens the hood and shakes his or her head. The timing belts are problems on these cars and cost over 500 to get replaced each time, and to change the alternator you need to drop the suspension. Do not buy one of these cars with this motor because it is too delicate. I should've went with the 3.1 Liter. GM also has frequent electrical problems, the air bag light and service engine soon light are flashing constantly. This car however can out run most hondas though, and overall it's been reliable.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.4L DOHC Automatic |
| Performance marks | 10/10 |
| Reliability marks | 5/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 6/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 65000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 90000 miles |
| Previous car | Subaru Loyale |
| Date of Entry | 3rd December, 2002 |