1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme SL review from North America

The brake pads, even lifetime pads, needed to be replaced about every 9 months, due to a brake system design defect. After about three years of this I had my mechanic install the rebuild kit that was available.

The dashboard did buckle after a few years, but nothing major. I glued and clamped it back down. This helped a lot.

The key-less entry quit working after about four years.

The electronic control module went bad around 45,000 miles. It was covered under warranty.

The dashboard electronics went bad around 90,000 miles, had it replaced.

The factory paint used on the car has been chipping and peeling ever since the car was a couple of years old.

The air-conditioner quit working within 50,000 miles. I had it replaced for around $650.00. It lasted one season, probably through the fault of the dealership that installed it.

The steering wheel controls for the climate control and stereo wore out less than 50,000 miles, but still work on occasion.

Replaced the alternator around 130,000 miles.

Replaced the battery around 140,000 miles.

Rear leaf springs wore out at around 140,000 miles.

Still have the original exhaust system in great condition.

This car is 15 years old. I have had it 14 years. It now belongs to my 16 year old son.

It has had a few flaws, the brakes, the dashboard, the paint, etc. But, this car has been an unbelievable piece of equipment. With regular maintenance such as regularly scheduled oil changes and transmission tune-ups, it has been extremely dependable.

This car has been the most cost efficient car that I have ever heard of. The engine still looks like new. It runs great. It gets great gas mileage. And other than the paint, it is in great condition.

The body is starting to rust a bit. And even though she's seen a few fender benders, she's survived it all with barely a scratch. I have confidence in knowing my child is driving a safe, dependable car, and I have confidence that she can handle a 16 year old driver.