1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass Suprme SL review from North America

This car started out as a good buy, but as time passed it became a burden.

The first thing I had to repair was the catalytic converter and most of the exhaust system.

My next repair was the fuel system. I replaced the fuel injectors, fuel line, fuel pump, and even the gas tank!

After that I was having frequent problems with the car stalling while in motion. I could be doing 60 mph on the highway and the car would stall. Then the cruise control quit working. To say the least, this was a very costly repair and the problem is still not fully reconciled.

As of now, I have failed the e-check because the engine burns fuel too richly. The car stalls if it's idling and I have to lightly depress the gas pedal at stop lights just to keep it running.

Also, both door handles are broken. I now cannot enter the vehicle from either door. When I was able to enter, the broken driver door would only open from the inside.

Also I was just told the transmission will need repair.

And while I was attempting to get my oil changed an oil leak was found that my mechanic won't touch because he won't risk removing the transmission in such an old vehicle.

Cosmetically, it's rusting fairly bad along the bottom runners, the ceiling glue gave way long ago, and the glove box has been broken since I purchased the car.

At times I love my car. To be as old as it is, and still be considered "sleek" is impressive, but the mechanical problems override it's cosmetic longevity.

I truly hope most of these problems are due to improper care by the previous owner, because I would have loved to have owned this car when it was new.