1983 Oldsmobile 98 Regency review from North America
"A good value car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Would not pass emissions tests because of too much carbon dioxide in the exhaust.
Right mirror wouldn't work.
Right channel on the radio wouldn't work.
Lost a hubcap on the highway.
Light in the speedometer burnt out.
Fake wood covering is beginning to wear off.
Carpet mats wore out.
All factory speakers wore out when I got the car.
General comments?
Well, the car has some acceleration problems, but that could be because I am just a teenager with a lead foot. The car is a great car for cruising. I just love how it's such an easy riding car.
My brother drives a 1980 Ninety Eight Oldsmobile and he loves it just as well. Both of the cars are huge and create space if it has trouble getting into a parking space. That's why it will outlast any of these rice burners you find on the road today.
The car has barely any plastic on the outside. It's all chrome, metal, and steel. Though I would never put it up against a Cadillac or a Buick at a light, I would take it out to get the ladies.
If you had (or have) a car like this this, you would know why they last and ride so well. And remember, "It's an Olds thing, you wouldn't understand".
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 1983 |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 307 V-8 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 6 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 283000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 0 miles |
| Date of Entry | 31st August, 2001 |