1998 Holden Acclaim VT review from Australia and New Zealand
"The car is a piece of rubbish"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The heater stopped working, with a very good clue of a bad smell coming through the vents. The entire dash has to be removed at a cost of $1300.00.
The power steering has packed up twice with fluid leaking out. Luckily it was covered by a dealer warranty. A complete new kit was put in.
The speaker covers are broken on the drivers side.
The radio stopped working.
The ABS light keeps coming on.
The airbag light and annoying beeps stays on.
The rear wiper motor has stopped.
The electric window buttons in the back seat have stopped.
The brakes squeak and judder, even after being serviced.
The parcel flaps on the back of the front seats are broken.
The doors are unbelievably squeaky around the rubbers.
General comments?
This car has had faults from the first day I bought it and will not be buying another holden ever again.
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model Year | 1998 |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.8 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 1/10 |
| Reliability marks | 3/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 3/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 107000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 150000 kilometres |
| Previous car | BMW 525 |
| Date of Entry | 3rd February, 2007 |