1984 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Royale review from North America
"Nothing special unless you keep good care of it"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Besides normal maintinance, I had the car repainted at 45,000.
I've replaced 4 wheel studs at around 50,000 because they froze to my lug nuts. Very reliable.
General comments?
Very Comfortable interior.
Very reliable, starts ice cold in the winter with no problems.
It's a v8 but still gets about 20 to the gallon if you're not flooring it.
Its big, plenty of room in the interior, in the trunk and under the hood.
Handles OK, although turning radius could be better.
It's a heavy car so its good in the snow.
Low to Mid rpm range is quick with 1/4 tank of gas, no passengers and a clean trunk.
Mid range rpm it gets ballsy.
High rpm, at WOT could be better.
No governor, although speedometer only goes to 85. I've probably been over 130 on 't' rated tires and some new shocks and had no problem with shaking or anything of that sort.
Overall a very reliable, econo'boat'. Nothing special unless you keep good care of it.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model Year | 1984 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 307c.i. 5.0 V8 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 10/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 45900 miles |
| Most recent distance | 62000 miles |
| Previous car | Oldsmobile Delta 88 |
| Date of Entry | 25th January, 2006 |