1996 Oldsmobile Ciera review from North America
"Bargain Basement of comfort"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Had to replace the Alternator at 51,000 miles, then again at 75,000 miles and then again at 100,000 miles. inside door handle broke at 110,000. 2 power window motors went our at 120,000 and 125,000 miles. Water pump at 100,000 miles.
General comments?
Once this car hit 100,000 miles it started to cost a lot to keep it on the road. Alternator problems are on most GM cars anyway. I've about the inside door handles on other GM cars also. I would not buy another like this if it had 100,000+ miles.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.1 V6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 5/10 |
| Reliability marks | 5/10 |
| Comfort marks | 6/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 6/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 50000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 129000 miles |
| Previous car | Mercury Cougar |
| Date of Entry | 17th August, 2004 |