1991 Oldsmobile Ciera S review from North America
"Excellent commuter car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Power steering pressure hose at 140k.
New Transmission at 140k.
General comments?
Nice four-door sedan. Pickup is quite good (in the V6) despite the harsh upshift, especially on the 1-2. The engine is nice, but the tranny can't quite keep up with it which is a shame. The ride is good overall, but steering is a little loose which takes some getting used to.
Definitely designed as a cruiser and not a city car. Gets about 25 mpg on the highway at 100mph, but around town it only gets around 18 mpg. This makes it great for commuters who want a cheap sedan with a little extra power to help them in highway traffic situations.
Brakes have a tendency to lock harshly when damp. Rotors tend to warp and cause massive shaking, but are cheap to replace.
Visibility on either side is pretty bad thanks to the tiny mirrors, so make sure you check your (enormous) blind spot.
Doors tend to freeze shut. Electric locks don't work in extremely cold (-15+) weather.
I see a lot of these on the road, which is a sign that it's pretty reliable for most owners.
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| For 150 bucks, it can't be beat! |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model Year | 1992 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.3 V6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 7/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 127000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 142000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 9th February, 2006 |