1988 Oldsmobile Ciera XC Special Edition review from North America
"I wish I could buy a new one just like it"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Alternator
Oil sending unit
Timing chain
Electric seat motor
Power antenna.
General comments?
Great reliable transportation.
Hard to get to spark plug against firewall.
Fuel gauge not accurate when nearing 1/4 take to empty.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1988 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.8 Litre Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9/10 |
| Reliability marks | 8/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 11 miles |
| Most recent distance | 151000 miles |
| Previous car | Plymouth Duster |
| Date of Entry | 30th April, 2003 |

