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1978 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Royale 2 Door review from North America

""There's a special feel in an Oldsmobile""

What things have gone wrong with the car?

Normal wear and tear items (shocks, brakes, tires, etc.) several times. wiper motor a/c recharged twice, and replaced compressor the second time tie rod ends master cylinder carburetor rebuilt you joints timing chain just last week.

General comments?

Here is a true testament to what an American car used to be made of. No computers, no endless sensors or wiring harnesses getting in the way of maintenance. Just reliable, smooth performance and timeless style, packaged in nearly 2 tons of chrome and Detroit iron. I inherited this car from my great grandma before she died, and it was her baby. She was very picky about maintaining it, and who she let drive or borrow it. She would probably be turning over in her grave if she saw the way I used to drive it at the age of 19, but 15 years later I've matured, although I do have to show the occasional poser kid in a grand am or civic what a real car is at the stoplight! After nearly 28 years on the road and nearly 300,000 miles, this car shows no signs of slowing down or dying. The original carmine red paint is starting to fade due to age and sun, and the transmission seals and valve cover and head gaskets are finally going bad. The interior of this car is immaculate, and can seat six adults with ease.

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Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Model Year1978
First year of ownership1992
Most recent year of ownership2006
Engine and transmission 350 Oldsmobile V8 5.7 Liter Automatic
Performance marks 8/10
Reliability marks 10/10
Comfort marks 9/10
Dealer Service marks  
Running Costs (higher is cheaper) 5/10
Previous carPontiac Firebird
Date of Entry 16th April, 2006

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