1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass GLS review from North America
"Designed to survive the warranty, no more."
What things have gone wrong with the car?
12,000 miles - replaced both front, lower control arms (warranty)
24,000 miles - battery self-destructed, leaked acid all over the garage floor.
28,000 miles - front rotors replaced.
32,000 miles - alternator replaced, required towing.
35,000 miles - tires replaced.
36,000 miles - front speakers replaced.
40,000 miles - front brakes replaced.
41,000 miles - serpentine belt replaced.
41,000 miles - intake manifold gaskets replaced, water leaking into the fuel, causes loud knocking during cold start then gradually dissipates.
General comments?
Like a rock?
More like 'rot' if you ask me.
I will not buy another GM product.
Any comparison to my Honda (from the same year; 56,000 miles) is like night vs. day, and the Olds was pampered.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.1L V6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | |
| Reliability marks | 1/10 |
| Comfort marks | |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | |
| Distance when acquired | 28000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 41000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 25th December, 2002 |