1999 Oldsmobile Alero GLS review from North America
"Not a car... a burden"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Car interior is peeling from the window lining.
The overhead light console and the rear view mirror fell off.
Replaced the power steering hoses and pump.
Replaced the radiator hoses and water pump.
The car at random locks on its own. Took it in to the dealer and they search through the whole electrical system and computer and could not find the problem.
Replaced the battery and the alternator.
Car seems to run out of coolant quickly and when its at the correct level the coolant light blinks on and off from time to time.
General comments?
Its peppy acceleration and some-what nice outer appearance is the only things I can say good about this car.
Other than that, this has been the most horrible experience I've had with a car. I leased it a few years ago, and now the leasing company is trying to get me to buy it. I would not keep this car if my life depended on it. I will have the biggest party ever when the leasing company takes this car from me.
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  | Cheap in more ways than one |
| Pile of @#%& |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.4L Automatic |
| Performance marks | 5/10 |
| Reliability marks | 1/10 |
| Comfort marks | 5/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 3/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 0/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 8000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 60000 miles |
| Previous car | Chevrolet Alero |
| Date of Entry | 9th December, 2003 |