2000 Oldsmobile Alero GLS review from North America

Rotors and brake pads needed to be replaced at 6, 10, 18, and 24,000 miles.

Horrible grinding noise when turning corners. Dealer could never fix this problem.

High-powered power steering hose went out at 45,000 and was not covered under the warranty; the cost for the repair was $465.

Serious electrical problems that resulted in the car not starting when it rained heavily.

Leaky moon-roof that the dealer did not fix.

Transmission slipped often, but the dealer could not determine why or what caused the problem. I was told by the dealer that "nothing was wrong."

Gas gage did not work at times.

Approximately once a month while driving the car all gaues would go to 0; this included the speedometer. Again, dealer did not know why this occurred.

Poor suspension that resulted in a very rough ride.

Cheap CD player that did not load very well and often disks got stuck in the feeder.

"Check engine" light would often come on then go off again. Once again, dealer had no reason why this happened.

The dash lights did not work over 75% of the time. Driving at night was dangerous.

Do not buy this car! It may look nice and sporty, but it is a piece of junk. I'd honestly rather walk from place to place than ever have to drive this car again.

I traded it in after having it for 2.5 years and the trade-in value was horrible. I'm just glad to be rid of it.