1983 Oldsmobile 98 Regency review from North America
"Best Car I've Ever Owned"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Replaced transmission @ 80k.
Repainted twice in 10 years.
Replaced starter, alternator, water pump.
Minor electrical problems.
Replaced timing chain when the car mysteriously died on the Garden State parkway.
Recharged A/C.
Spring-assisted shocks in front & rear to reduce sagging suspension.
Routine maintenance and upkeep helped keep this car running great.
Only major concern: started to burn oil @ 190k miles & there was blow-by in the crankcase. Mechanic told me it needed piston rings, so I got rid of the car.
General comments?
The 98 rides like a sofa on wheels!
It is so quiet and comfortable. Big back seat too ;-)
Since the car was from Texas, not 1 spot of rust existed.
It handled nicely for a big car.
For 10 years, I loaded this car with hundreds of pounds of band equipment. It proved reliable as the sun.
I gave this car TLC and it treated me well for 10 years, thank you very much! I cried to see it go.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1994 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 5.0 Litre 307 4bbl Automatic |
| Performance marks | 6/10 |
| Reliability marks | 8/10 |
| Comfort marks | 10/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 77314 miles |
| Most recent distance | 197887 miles |
| Previous car | Oldsmobile 71 Mercury Montego |
| Date of Entry | 22nd June, 2004 |