2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue GX review from North America

Air conditioning unit was replaced within the first year, free under warranty.

Both rear power window lift motors were replaced in the last eighteen months, also under warranty.

A short in the headliner required extensive warranty service (car out of service 7-10 days) and a loaner, which was fully paid for under warranty.

Aluminum wheels are very fragile and I have had one replaced after several repairs (it could no longer be made to balance on a spin machine). I would have opted for regular steel wheels and hubcaps/wheel covers had they been available.

Other than that, oil change on average every 5-6,000 miles. I have changed transmission fluid and anti-freeze in advance of maintenance schedule, as the car is driven many miles and in severe duty service.

I am very pleased with this car. I drive it many miles daily and it is outstanding in all climates and especially winter weather.

The 3.5 engine is strong at all ranges and I found it to have satisfactory pickup from a stop. Brakes are the best I have ever had in a car.

Cloth upholstery is very comfortable and great in cold weather.

This is my second Intrigue and I regret that Oldsmobile shut down, as I would like to get another one. The car was a sleeper - much better than most of its peer cars.

I also liked the styling, which was clean and elegant.